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Chicken à l’Américaine

Chicken à l’Américaine

This past summer in Greece, we had dinner at a modern and gourmet restaurant, known for its nouvelle cuisine. The selection included real gastronomic delights, but there was also a whole page on the menu devoted to dishes and desserts  popular when the Athenian upper class of the 60’s was entertaining, otherwise known as “Athenian Recipes”*. These were mostly European classics prepared with… Continue Reading

Bacon and Artichoke Hearts Tart

Bacon and Artichoke Hearts Tart

This fine, savory tart will be a piece of art on your table for the holiday season, and many more to come!  Layers of crispy phyllo dough topped with soft and nutty bits of artichoke hearts and salty smoked bacon, all combined with a cheese and heavy cream mixture, will guarantee an unforgettable meal! If… Continue Reading

The Bacon Sauce

The Bacon Sauce

  Everyone loves pasta, but with this sauce you will have a totally new dish.  Make ahead and boil your favorite pasta (tastes best with thick spaghetti) to have dinner ready in a few minutes!   I like to make a large quantity and use the leftover, a couple of days later. INGREDIENTS 8 large… Continue Reading