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Potato Salad With Bacon, Olives, and Radishes

Potato Salad With Bacon, Olives, and Radishes

4.7

Prep
20 min
Cook
15 min
Total
95 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cut potatoes into ½-inch pieces; add to pot. Boil until tender but still firm, about 10 minutes.
  2. 2 Meanwhile, cut bacon into small pieces. Cook in a large skillet over medium-high heat until crisp; drain.
  3. 3 Chop celery, green onions, olives, and radishes; transfer to a large bowl. Add potatoes and bacon; stir to combine. Stir in mayonnaise and lemon juice. Refrigerate salad before serving, at least 1 hour.

By Lawrence Fay

Pesto Surprise

Pesto Surprise

4.6

Prep
15 min
Cook
10 min
Total
35 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; rinse with cold water and drain.
  2. 2 Prepared zesty Italian dressing according to package directions.
  3. 3 In a large bowl, toss together pasta, tomatoes, artichoke hearts, black olives, green olives, and cheese. Pour dressing over all, add pesto, and stir until evenly coated. Refrigerate or serve immediately.

By Renee

Baked Eggplant with Cashews

Baked Eggplant with Cashews

3.8

Prep
15 min
Cook
30 min
Total
45 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Lightly grease a medium baking dish.
  2. 2 Cover the bottom of the prepared baking dish with 1/2 the eggplant slices, and season with salt. In a bowl, toss together the bread crumbs and brown sugar, and sprinkle about 1/4 cup of the mixture over the layer of eggplant slices.
  3. 3 In a bowl, mix 1/2 cup bread crumb mixture, the onion, celery, tomato, red bell pepper, olives, and olive oil. Season with oregano and saffron. Spread over the layer of eggplant in the baking dish. Top with remaining eggplant. Sprinkle with remaining bread crumb mixture.
  4. 4 In a blender, blend the soy milk, heavy cream, and cashews until smooth. Pour over the top of the layered dish.
  5. 5 Bake 30 minutes in the preheated oven, until crisp and golden brown.

By Redpot

Best Classic Potato Salad

Best Classic Potato Salad

4.6

Prep
25 min
Cook
15 min
Total
160 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Cut potatoes into 1 1/2-inch cubes. Place in a large pot and cover with water by 2 inches. Add eggs and 3 teaspoons salt; bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat; simmer 9 minutes.
  2. 2 Remove eggs with a slotted spoon and immediately immerse in ice water for several minutes to stop the cooking. Continue cooking potatoes until fork-tender, about 1 minute more; drain.
  3. 3 Peel and chop eggs; set aside.
  4. 4 Add mayonnaise, onions, celery, pickles, sour cream, mustard, pickle juice, dill, and pepper to a large bowl; stir to combine. Stir in potatoes and eggs until well blended, mashing potatoes very slightly. Season with salt and pepper, adding up to 1 teaspoon more salt, if desired.
  5. 5 Transfer to a serving bowl, sprinkle with paprika, and garnish with olives. Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours or overnight.

By Nicole McLaughlin

Gorgonzola and Olive Stuffed Grape Leaves

Gorgonzola and Olive Stuffed Grape Leaves

4.4

Prep
45 min
Cook
Total
45 min

Instructions

  1. 1 In a bowl, mix the green olives, kalamata olives, Gorgonzola cheese, macadamia nuts, basil, tomatoes, bell pepper, garlic, and brown sugar. Season with salt and pepper.
  2. 2 Lay each grape leaf flat, and place a heaped tablespoonful of the olive and Gorgonzola mixture in the center. Fold or roll the leaves around the mixture. Chill until serving.

By LINDA

Orzo and Tomato Salad with Feta Cheese

Orzo and Tomato Salad with Feta Cheese

4.4

Prep
15 min
Cook
10 min
Total
25 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook orzo in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until tender yet firm to the bite, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain; rinse with cold water.
  2. 2 Combine orzo, feta cheese, tomato, olives, parsley, and dill in a medium bowl.
  3. 3 Whisk oil and lemon juice together in a small bowl; pour over orzo salad and toss to coat. Season with salt and black pepper. Chill before serving.

By COZYCUISINE

Individual Greek Pita Pizzas

Individual Greek Pita Pizzas

4.6

Prep
20 min
Cook
10 min
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  2. 2 Mix together lemon juice, garlic powder, oregano, and basil in a medium bowl; whisk in olive oil until dressing is well blended.
  3. 3 Brush about 1 tablespoon dressing over pita breads and arrange on a baking sheet; reserve remaining dressing.
  4. 4 Combine spinach, tomatoes, and olives in a large bowl. Pour remaining dressing over vegetables and toss to coat. Divide spinach mixture evenly over each pita; sprinkle with mozzarella and feta cheese.
  5. 5 Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is melted and pitas are lightly toasted, about 8 minutes.

By Lela

My Big Fat Greek Salad

My Big Fat Greek Salad

4.9

Prep
20 min
Cook
Total
70 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Peel off a few strips of cucumber skin using a channel knife, creating a striped pattern. Cut cucumbers in half crosswise. Cut each half into quarters before cutting into 1/4- to 1/2-inch slices. Place into a colander; toss with some kosher salt and let sit for 10 to 15 minutes.
  2. 2 Meanwhile, cut cherry tomatoes in half. Rinse cucumbers; drain thoroughly for 10 to 15 minutes more.
  3. 3 While cucumbers are draining, slice onion thinly. Cut bell pepper into strips. Turn knife diagonally and cut strips into diamond-shaped pieces. Slice Kalamata and green olives.
  4. 4 Combine cucumbers, tomatoes, onion, bell pepper, olives, and 2 tablespoons oregano in a bowl. Season with salt, black pepper, and cayenne. Sprinkle in vinegar and toss thoroughly. Drizzle in olive oil. Add about 2/3 of the feta cheese and toss again. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 to 60 minutes.
  5. 5 Give the salad another mix. Taste and season as desired. Scatter remaining feta cheese on top and garnish with remaining oregano.

By John Mitzewich

Greek Salad with Couscous and Spicy Feta Cheese

Greek Salad with Couscous and Spicy Feta Cheese

5.0

Prep
15 min
Cook
5 min
Total
50 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat skillet over low heat. Add dried oregano and chili powder; cook and stir until fragrant and toasted, about 1 minute. Off heat, stir in 3 tablespoons olive oil. Pour seasoned oil over feta cheese in a bowl; marinate for at least 30 minutes.
  2. 2 Meanwhile, bring 1 cup water to a boil in a saucepan. Off heat, stir in couscous. Cover the saucepan; set aside until water is completely absorbed, about 10 minutes. Fluff couscous with a fork.
  3. 3 Stir cucumber, tomato, bell pepper, onion, olives, 2 tablespoons oil, and garlic into warm couscous.
  4. 4 Whisk ¼ cup oil, balsamic vinegar, white wine vinegar, and soy sauce together in a bowl; toss into couscous salad.
  5. 5 Place marinated feta on top couscous salad.

By BroChef TV

Olive Puffs

Olive Puffs

4.0

Prep
20 min
Cook
20 min
Total
40 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  2. 2 Cut pastry into strips about 6 inches long and 1/2 inch wide. Wrap a belt of pastry around each olive. Place on an ungreased baking sheet.
  3. 3 Bake for 20 minutes, or until golden brown.

By Syd

Grilled Bacon-Wrapped Olives

Grilled Bacon-Wrapped Olives

4.1

Prep
15 min
Cook
10 min
Total
25 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Wrap each olive with a piece of bacon and secure with a toothpick.
  2. 2 Preheat a grill for medium heat. When hot, lightly oil the grate.
  3. 3 Grill the olives until the bacon has crisped, about 10 minutes. Turn frequently and keep a spray bottle handy in case of flare-ups from the bacon grease. Remove to a paper towel lined plate to absorb any excess grease.

By 3doxiesmom

Martini

Martini

3.6

Prep
2 min
Cook
Total
2 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Scoop ice into a shaker. Pour in gin and vermouth. Cover shaker, and gently shake to mix vermouth and gin. Pour drink, without ice, into a cocktail glass. Gently drop olive or lemon twist into the glass. Serve.

By Tali

Baked Cheese Olives

Baked Cheese Olives

3.9

Prep
15 min
Cook
15 min
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  2. 2 Combine Cheddar cheese and butter in a mixing bowl. Stir flour and cayenne pepper into cheese mixture; blend well.
  3. 3 Wrap 1 tablespoon dough around each green olive. Arrange wrapped olives on a cookie sheet.
  4. 4 Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, about 15 minutes.

By ANITAL

Spiced Olives

Spiced Olives

5.0

Prep
10 min
Cook
Total
20170 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Fill a layer of 1/3 of the olives into a 16-ounce jar. Top with 3 slices of lemon and sprinkle with 1/3 of the capers, coriander seeds, peppercorns, and red pepper flakes. Repeat the layers 2 more times.
  2. 2 Pour oil into the jar and chill olives for a couple weeks before serving. Bring olives to room temperature before serving.

By lutzflcat

Cucumber and Olive Appetizers

Cucumber and Olive Appetizers

4.3

Prep
5 min
Cook
Total
5 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Using the tines of a fork, score the unpeeled cucumber lengthwise on all sides. Slice the cucumber into 1/4-inch thick rounds.
  2. 2 In a small bowl, combine the cream cheese and blue cheese dressing. Spread the cheese mixture on the rye bread slices. Top with a slice of cucumber and a slice of olive.

By Gwena Hedlund

Nutritious Lentil Salad

Nutritious Lentil Salad

3.8

Prep
10 min
Cook
15 min
Total
145 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place lentils in a large pot with enough water to cover be a few inches. Bring to a boil, and cook until lentils are tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water in a colander to cool. Let stand for a few minutes to drain well.
  2. 2 In a large bowl, whisk together the olive oil and lemon juice. Add the red pepper, onion and green olives, and toss to blend. Refrigerate for about 2 hours before serving to blend the flavors. This salad tastes better the longer it sits.

By KIMDEB

World's Greatest Martini

World's Greatest Martini

4.8

Prep
5 min
Cook
Total
5 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Fill a cocktail shaker with fresh ice cubes. Add about 1/2 ounce each dry and sweet vermouth. Shake enough to coat ice and pour off liquid. Add 8 ounces gin to coated ice in the shaker and shake vigorously. Pour into 4 chilled martini glasses, garnish with pimiento-stuffed olive and serve.

By Bill Hyde

Dirty Martini

Dirty Martini

4.6

Prep
5 min
Cook
Total
5 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather all ingredients.
  2. 2 Stir together vodka, dry vermouth, brine, and olives in a mixing glass. Pour into a glass or shaker with ice.
  3. 3 Serve on the rocks, or strain into chilled cocktail glasses.
  4. 4 Enjoy!

By SCOTT HOLLERN

Fabulous Olive Salsa by James

Fabulous Olive Salsa by James

4.8

Prep
15 min
Cook
Total
15 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Drain green and black olives and green chiles in a colander. Chop white onion in a food processor, pulsing several times. Add green and black olives, green chiles, tomatoes, olive oil, red wine vinegar, garlic, and hot sauce to the processor. Pulse several more times to mix; process until chunky, 20 to 30 seconds.

By Brent Rice

Creamy Dilled Chicken Casserole

Creamy Dilled Chicken Casserole

3.8

Prep
Cook
Total

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  2. 2 Place cooked chicken breasts in a 7x11 inch baking dish. Combine the soup, milk, dill weed and olives. Mix together and pour mixture over chicken. Top each chicken breast with 2 biscuits. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes or until biscuits are golden brown.

By skippi

Jalapeno Cheddar Bites

Jalapeno Cheddar Bites

4.3

Prep
Cook
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place cream cheese in a small bowl. Add chopped jalapenos, green olives, and red onions. Stir until well blended.
  2. 2 Place in a decorator's bag with a large piping tip. Pipe or spoon about 1 tablespoon onto Snack Factory® Pretzel Crisps®.
  3. 3 Sprinkle with shredded Cheddar-Monterey Jack cheese.

By Peggianne

Feta and Olive Meatballs

Feta and Olive Meatballs

4.6

Prep
10 min
Cook
10 min
Total
20 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat your oven's broiler.
  2. 2 In a large bowl, mix together ground lamb with parsley, onion, feta cheese, green olives, eggs, and Italian seasoning. Shape into 16 meatballs, and place 2 inches apart on a baking sheet.
  3. 3 Broil about 3 inches away from the heat until browned on top. Turn over, and broil on the other side.

By Andrea

Easter Carrot Cheese Log

Easter Carrot Cheese Log

3.8

Prep
15 min
Cook
Total
135 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Chop black olives and green olives in a food processor or a food chopper.
  2. 2 Mix cream cheese, 4 ounces Cheddar cheese, chopped olives, and taco seasoning together in a bowl using an electric mixer on low speed. Increase speed to medium and mix until well combined.
  3. 3 Transfer cheese mixture to a flat serving plate. Shape cheese mixture into a 2-inch-thick carrot shape using a silicone bowl scraper. Press 2 ounces Cheddar cheese over the entire "carrot". Insert parsley sprigs into the top of the "carrot". Remove excess cheese from the plate using a damp napkin. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.

By Montillo Italian Foods

Steamed Asparagus with Olive Butter

Steamed Asparagus with Olive Butter

Prep
10 min
Cook
10 min
Total
20 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place a steamer insert into a saucepan and fill with water to just below the bottom of the steamer. Bring water to a boil. Add asparagus cover, and steam until desired tenderness is achieved, 6 to 9 minutes.
  2. 2 Meanwhile, melt butter in a small saucepan over medium-low heat. Add garlic and heat until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Stir in olives and lemon juice; heat thoroughly, but do not boil, 3 to 4 minutes. Season with salt and pepper and set aside.
  3. 3 Place steamed asparagus in a serving dish and pour sauce on top. Garnish with lemon zest and serve warm.

By Bibi

Best Tapenade Ever

Best Tapenade Ever

4.2

Prep
25 min
Cook
Total
25 min

Instructions

  1. 1 In a food processor or blender, chop green olives, black olives, and artichoke hearts in batches until just spreadable; pour into a mixing bowl. Puree banana peppers and red bell pepper until just spreadable; mix into olive mixture.
  2. 2 Stir in garlic, capers, basil, lemon juice, and olive oil until well blended. Tapenade will keep in refrigerator for up to 1 week.

By Pam R

Chef John's Watermelon Pizza

Chef John's Watermelon Pizza

4.8

Prep
30 min
Cook
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Slice watermelon in half lengthwise, then each half lengthwise into quarters. Cut uniformly thick slices from the center of each quarter and place on plates or trays.
  2. 2 Remove any of the soft, white seeds, and use the tip of a spoon to make small, shallow divots in the surface to help hold the toppings.
  3. 3 Scatter some feta cheese, olives, and mint over the slices and season lightly with freshly ground black pepper. Drizzle each slice with a touch of rice vinegar and olive oil. Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate until needed.

By John Mitzewich