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Ham and Cheese Picnic Bread
Snack

Ham and Cheese Picnic Bread

4.6

Prep
30 min
Cook
30 min
Total
165 min

Instructions

  1. 1 In a small mixing bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Let stand until creamy, about 10 minutes.
  2. 2 In a large mixing bowl, combine the yeast mixture with the flour, egg, butter, sugar and salt; mix well. When the dough has pulled together, turn it out onto a lightly floured surface, and knead until smooth, about 8 minutes.
  3. 3 Lightly oil a large mixing, place the dough in the bowl, and turn to coat with oil. Cover with a damp cloth and let rise in a warm place until doubled in volume, about 1 hour.
  4. 4 Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Combine the ham, cheese, pimento, and olive in a medium mixing bowl; set aside.
  5. 5 Deflate the dough, and turn it out onto a lightly floured surface. Roll or pat the dough into a 10x14 inch rectangle. Make parallel cuts 3/4 inch wide and 2 inches long on the two long edges of the rectangle. Evenly spread the filling mixture over the center of the rectangle. Fold the short ends of the rectangle over the filling. Starting from one of these ends, alternately stretch strips from the two sides across the filling so that the strips overlap diagonally. Transfer the loaf to a lightly greased baking sheet, cover with a damp cloth, and let rise until doubled in volume, about 40 minutes.
  6. 6 Bake at 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) for 20 to 30 minutes, or until golden brown.

By MARBALET

Tomato Bread III
Snack

Tomato Bread III

4.0

Prep
20 min
Cook
60 min
Total
80 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease an 8x4 inch loaf pan.
  2. 2 In a large bowl, stir together flour, baking powder, salt, Italian seasoning, thyme, sugar, Cheddar and Parmesan cheeses. In a separate bowl, mix together 1/2 cup reserved tomato juice, milk, eggs, oil and garlic. Combine liquid and dry mixtures. Fold in chopped tomatoes and olives. Pour batter into prepared pan.
  3. 3 Bake in preheated oven for 60 minutes or until toothpick inserted into center of the loaf comes out clean.

By Tanja Miller

Greeked Zucchini
Dinner Greek

Greeked Zucchini

4.3

Prep
20 min
Cook
35 min
Total
55 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  2. 2 Spray a large piece of aluminum foil with nonstick cooking spray. Layer the zucchini, onion, pepper, and olives onto the center. Sprinkle with feta cheese and drizzle with vinaigrette. Fold into a packet and seal the edges.
  3. 3 Bake in preheated oven until vegetables are tender, about 30 minutes. Open the foil packet, turn the oven onto Broil, and broil until the feta lightly browns. Add the grape tomatoes and serve.

By BBLUELINE

Greek Cream Cheese-Stuffed Chicken
Dinner Greek

Greek Cream Cheese-Stuffed Chicken

4.5

Prep
15 min
Cook
15 min
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  2. 2 Cut each chicken breast from one side through the middle horizontally to within one-half inch of the other side. Open the two sides and spread them out like an open book.
  3. 3 Mix cream cheese, feta cheese, tomato, olives, onion, and spinach together in a large bowl. Spoon cheese mixture onto 1 side of each opened chicken breast. Fold each chicken breast closed and place on a piece of aluminum foil.
  4. 4 Cook the chicken breasts on the preheated grill until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, 15 to 20 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

By chikkin

Greek-Inspired Vegan Spaghetti Squash
Dinner Greek

Greek-Inspired Vegan Spaghetti Squash

Prep
15 min
Cook
25 min
Total
40 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Bring a very large pan of water to a boil. Add spaghetti squash and cook until it pierces easily with a fork, 20 to 30 minutes.
  2. 2 While squash is cooking, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onion and saute until soft, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and saute for 3 minutes. Stir in tomatoes and cook until heated through, about 3 minutes.
  3. 3 Remove squash from the boiling water. Let cool slightly, then use oven mitts and cut squash lengthwise. Scoop out and discard seeds.
  4. 4 Use a long fork to pull out strands of spaghetti squash into a serving bowl. Add sauteed veggies, basil, and olives and toss to combine.

By Stacey

Greek Feta And Olive Spread
Appetizer Greek

Greek Feta And Olive Spread

4.6

Prep
10 min
Cook
Total
10 min

Instructions

  1. 1 In a food processor, place the feta cheese, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, sun-dried tomatoes and oregano. Using the pulse setting, blend the mixture until smooth. Transfer to a medium bowl. Blend in the olives by hand or with a spoon. Refrigerate until serving.

By Michael Wells

Greek Pasta
Dinner Greek

Greek Pasta

4.2

Prep
15 min
Cook
15 min
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Plunge whole tomatoes in water briefly, until skin starts to peel. Remove with a slotted spoon and place in cold water. Add pasta to boiling water and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
  2. 2 While pasta is cooking peel blanched tomatoes and chop.
  3. 3 In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Stir in garlic and mushrooms and saute until mushrooms begin to give up their juices. Stir in tomatoes and oregano and cook until tomatoes are tender.
  4. 4 To serve, plate pasta, top with hot tomato sauce and sprinkle with feta and olives.

By Mary

Greek Horiatiki Salad
Dinner Greek

Greek Horiatiki Salad

5.0

Prep
10 min
Cook
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Cut tomatoes into wedges over a large serving bowl so that any extra juices land in the bowl with tomato wedges. Add onion slices and oregano, then season liberally with salt; mix to combine. Allow tomatoes to sit at room temperature until juices have released, at least 20 to 30 minutes or up to 2 hours.
  2. 2 Mix in bell pepper, cucumber, and olives just before serving. Top with feta cheese and drizzle with olive oil.

By Diana Moutsopoulos

Shrimp Lettuce Wraps
Lunch Greek

Shrimp Lettuce Wraps

5.0

Prep
25 min
Cook
10 min
Total
35 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Melt butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add bell pepper; cook for 2 minutes. Add shrimp and garlic and sprinkle with Greek seasoning. Cook until shrimp are bright pink on the outside and the meat is opaque, 3 to 4 minutes. Remove from the heat and stir in cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and olives.
  2. 2 Serve shrimp mixture in romaine leaves and sprinkle with feta cheese.

By Ashley DeStefano

Sylvia's Easy Greek Salad
Lunch Greek

Sylvia's Easy Greek Salad

4.3

Prep
15 min
Cook
Total
15 min

Instructions

  1. 1 In a large bowl, combine the red bell pepper, green bell pepper, cucumber, tomato, red onion, and olives.
  2. 2 Whisk together the oil and vinegar. Before serving add the oil and vinegar, feta cheese and salt. Toss together and serve.

By SKEHLER

Greek Tomato Salad
Lunch Greek

Greek Tomato Salad

4.2

Prep
15 min
Cook
Total
15 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gently mix tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, olives, 1/4 teaspoon chopped basil, and oregano together in a large bowl; top with feta cheese. Pour Greek dressing over salad and season with black pepper. Garnish salad with a sprig of fresh basil.

By Laurie Gee

Watermelon and Feta Salad
Lunch Greek

Watermelon and Feta Salad

4.8

Prep
20 min
Cook
Total
50 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Mix red onion and lime juice together in a bowl. Refrigerate until onion turns bright pink, about 30 minutes.
  2. 2 Add watermelon, feta cheese, olives, cilantro, parsley, and olive oil to the onion mixture; mix well. Season with salt and pepper. Add brown sugar if lime juice tastes too sharp.

By Lee Jackson

Greek Garbanzo Bean Salad
Dinner Greek

Greek Garbanzo Bean Salad

4.6

Prep
10 min
Cook
Total
130 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather the ingredients.
  2. 2 Combine beans, cucumbers, olives, tomatoes, red onion, salad dressing, garlic, lemon juice, feta cheese, garlic salt, and pepper in a large serving bowl.
  3. 3 Toss together until well combined. Refrigerate for 2 hours before serving. Serve chilled.

By Kim Fusich

Vegetarian Greek Pasta Salad
Dinner Greek

Vegetarian Greek Pasta Salad

4.2

Prep
15 min
Cook
15 min
Total
60 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Cook pasta in a large pot of boiling water until al dente. Drain, and rinse in cold water.
  2. 2 In a small bowl, mix together oil, lemon juice, basil, garlic salt, and black pepper.
  3. 3 In a large bowl, combine pasta, tomatoes, green pepper, onion, cucumber, and black olives. Add dressing, and toss to coat. Chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.

By Sara Hardy

Greek Orzo Salad
Salad Greek

Greek Orzo Salad

4.6

Prep
15 min
Cook
10 min
Total
85 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook until al dente, 8 to 10 minutes; drain.
  2. 2 Drain artichoke hearts, reserving liquid.
  3. 3 Gather prepared ingredients together.
  4. 4 Combine pasta, artichoke hearts, cucumber, tomato, onion, feta, olives, parsley, lemon juice, oregano, and lemon pepper in a large bowl; toss well. Chill in the refrigerator for 1 hour.
  5. 5 Just before serving, drizzle reserved artichoke marinade over salad.
  6. 6 Enjoy!

By Patrice

Quick Greek Pasta Salad with Steak
Lunch Greek

Quick Greek Pasta Salad with Steak

4.6

Prep
15 min
Cook
20 min
Total
35 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add penne and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain, toss with olive oil, and keep warm.
  2. 2 Meanwhile, melt 1 tablespoon butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add rib-eye; sear on both sides until rosy-pink in the center, 7 to 10 minutes depending on thickness. Transfer steak to a cutting board; cut into bite-sized pieces.
  3. 3 Melt remaining 1 tablespoon butter in the same skillet. Add shallots and garlic; cook until fragrant, 5 to 10 seconds. Return steak to the skillet; cook to desired doneness, about 5 minutes more. Stir in soy sauce; cook until evaporated, 3 to 5 seconds.
  4. 4 Off heat, stir in spinach, pesto, olives, feta cheese, sunflower kernels, parsley, and basil; transfer to a large bowl. Add pasta; toss and serve.

By Polo

Greek Salad
Salad Greek

Greek Salad

4.6

Prep
20 min
Cook
Total
20 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine romaine, cucumber, tomatoes, olives, bell peppers, and red onion in a large bowl; sprinkle with feta cheese.
  2. 2 Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, and black pepper together in a small bowl. Pour dressing over salad, toss well to combine, and serve.
  3. 3 Pour dressing over salad, toss well to combine, and serve.

By Meesh

Greek-Style Shrimp Salad on a Bed of Baby Spinach
Lunch Greek

Greek-Style Shrimp Salad on a Bed of Baby Spinach

4.5

Prep
Cook
Total

Instructions

  1. 1 Thread shrimp onto metal skewers (or bamboo ones that have been soaked in water for 15 minutes). Brush both sides with oil and season with salt, pepper and a light sprinkling of sugar.
  2. 2 Heat gas grill, with all burners on high, until fully preheated, 10 to 15 minutes. Use a wire brush to clean grill rack, then brush lightly with oil. Close lid and allow to return to temperature. Grill shrimp until fully cooked and spotty brown, about 2 minutes per side.
  3. 3 Meanwhile, mix in a medium bowl the tomatoes, cheese, olives, oregano, 2 Tbs. of the olive oil and 2 tsps. of the vinegar. Unthread shrimp and add to bowl. Lightly toss ingredients to coat. Set aside. (Can be made an hour or so ahead.)
  4. 4 When ready to serve, drizzle remaining oil, as well as a generous sprinkling of salt and pepper, over spinach in a large bowl. Toss to coat. Add remaining 2 tsps. vinegar; toss again. Divide spinach among 4 large plates. Top with a portion of the shrimp mixture.

By USA WEEKEND columnist Pam Anderson

A Great Greek Pasta Salad
Salad Greek

A Great Greek Pasta Salad

4.6

Prep
15 min
Cook
10 min
Total
145 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather all ingredients.
  2. 2 Whisk olive oil, vinegar, garlic powder, basil, oregano, black pepper, and sugar together in a large bowl.
  3. 3 Add cooked pasta, mushrooms, tomatoes, red peppers, feta cheese, green onions, olives, and pepperoni. Toss until evenly coated.
  4. 4 Cover, and chill 2 hours or overnight.
  5. 5 Serve and enjoy!

By Behr

The Best Greek Salad
Lunch Greek

The Best Greek Salad

4.7

Prep
30 min
Cook
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place olive oil, vinegar, Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, basil, salt, and black pepper in the bowl of a food processor; pulse until smooth and emulsified.
  2. 2 Combine romaine lettuce, tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, black olives, and feta cheese in a large bowl. Drizzle vinaigrette over top; toss to coat.

By Carol Amos

Greek Pasta Salad
Salad Greek

Greek Pasta Salad

4.7

Prep
20 min
Cook
10 min
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather the ingredients.
  2. 2 Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil. Stir in penne and return to a boil. Cook pasta uncovered, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 10 minutes; rinse with cold water and drain well.
  3. 3 Whisk olive oil, vinegar, garlic, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper together in a bowl; set aside.
  4. 4 Combine pasta, tomatoes, green and red peppers, onion, cucumber, olives, and feta cheese in a large bowl. Pour vinaigrette over pasta mixture and mix well.
  5. 5 For best flavor, cover salad and chill in the refrigerator before serving to allow flavors to blend. Enjoy!

By Danielle Laroche

Greek Salad with Couscous and Spicy Feta Cheese
Dinner Greek

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

Stuffed Olives
Appetizer

Stuffed Olives

4.1

Prep
10 min
Cook
Total
10 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Using a butter knife, simply fill each olive with the desired amount of cream cheese. Serve on a decorative plate!

By Katherine

Cream Cheese Penguins
Appetizer American

Cream Cheese Penguins

4.7

Prep
30 min
Cook
Total
35 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Cut a slit lengthwise (from top to bottom) into one side of each jumbo olive. Carefully insert about 1 teaspoon cream cheese into slits in each jumbo olive.
  2. 2 Slice carrot into 18 1/4-inch-thick rounds; cut a small (pie-shaped) notch out of each carrot slice to form feet. Save the cut out pieces; press pieces into centers of small olives to form beaks. If necessary cut a small slit into each small olive before inserting the beak.
  3. 3 Set a jumbo olive, large hole side down, onto a carrot slice. Then, set a small olive onto the jumbo olive, adjusting so that the beak, cream cheese chest, and notch in the carrot (feet) slice line up. Secure with a toothpick.

By Valerie Cain Cuff

Debbie's Frito® Pie
Dinner

Debbie's Frito® Pie

4.0

Prep
10 min
Cook
20 min
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  2. 2 Spread corn chips in a 9x13-inch baking dish. Sprinkle olives evenly over chips.
  3. 3 Mix chili with water in a large bowl; pour mixture over olives and corn chips. Top chili with Cheddar cheese.
  4. 4 Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is melted, about 20 minutes.

By Debbie's Goodies

Olive Cheese Melts
Appetizer

Olive Cheese Melts

4.3

Prep
5 min
Cook
10 min
Total
15 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  2. 2 In a medium-size mixing bowl, combine olives, green onions, Cheddar cheese, curry powder, mayonnaise, and salt. Mix well.
  3. 3 Spread mixture on English muffins. Cut the English muffins into fourths. Note: If you want to freeze these, now is the time! Arrange the muffin pieces on a cookie sheet.
  4. 4 Bake at 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) for 10 minutes.

By Kim McLarty