Mediterranean

Relish the taste of our vibrant Mediterreanean recipes! Easy and economical, our recipes are perfect for beginner cooks and vegetarians, too.

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    Herbed Lamb Chops

    This nicely seasoned lamb tastes marvelous whether sauteed on the stovetop or grilled on a hibachi. For a special meal,...


    Feta Cheese Mashed Potatoes

    Jan Stone of Cincinnati, Ohio jazzes up her mashed potatoes with feta cheese and garlic. “I don’t peel the potatoes,...


    Seasoned Chicken

    It's so easy to prepare this Test Kitchen dish that you're sure to make it often. The simple seasonings make...


    Bacon Spinach Muffins

    A new addition to my repertoire, these rustic muffins with just a touch of feta cheese are very popular already....


    Spinach Phyllo Bundles

    Spanakopita is a Greek spinach pie made with phyllo dough. This appetizer version is always a hit at parties.


    Cucumber Sauce

    I'm Greek and my husband's Sicilian, so we use plenty of garlic in our cooking. We typically serve this traditional...


    Mustard-Herb Grilled Tenderloin

    Our area is known for beef, and we make this tenderloin recipe often. But the marinade would also be good...


    Skillet Lamb Chops

    These mildly seasoned chops are so satisfying, particularly if you enjoy lamb for holiday dinners. Field editor Alpha Wilson of...

    Mediterranean Chicken Stew

    Tomatoes and peppers lend to the eye-catching color of this fast-to-fix stew. The mild seasonings will appeal to everyone's tastes.


    Colorful Couscous

    We love it when side dishes pop with color, like the bright pepper accents you'll see in this light and...


    Grilled Veggie Wraps

    I love this vegetable marinade, but the key to this recipe's success is the three-cheese spread. My father is a...


    Lamb Shepherd’s Pie

    This is what I call "comfort food". My grandmother used to make it.


    Greek Garlic Chicken

    Lively flavors of the Greek Isles come through in this mouthwatering chicken entree. I created this dish so my husband...


    Corsican Chicken

    Moist and tender chicken thighs make a delicious hot entree for winter months. Just add a salad and a lemon...


    Rice and Mushrooms

    "Don’t count on having any leftovers with this delicious, simple dish. A friend gave me the recipe more than a...


    Greek Turkey Pitas

    “We like to fix these generous sandwiches whenever we have leftover turkey in the house,” Jean Graf-Joyce writes from Albany,...


    Lemon-Caper Pork Medallions

    For an elegant but easy dinner you can put together in a twinkling for guests or unexpected visitors, these lightly...

    Paella

    Paella is a Spanish dish traditionally made with rice, saffron, a variety of meat and shellfish, garlic, onions, peas, tomatoes...


    Phyllo-Wrapped Halibut

    I created this easy entree to convince my husband that seafood doesn't have to taste "fishy." He likes the flaky,...


    Grecian Gold Medal Wraps

    For a healthy dish, I created these wraps with fat-free yogurt and whole wheat tortillas. Only a small quantity of...


    Moroccan Salmon

    If you're trying to add more fish to your diet, here's a deliciously simple recipe for Moroccan salmon. Sauteed onion,...


    Rosemary Thyme Lamb Chops

    While the lamb chops from Beth Tomlinson of Morgantown, West Virginia do make for an upscale meal, they are really...


    Greek Spaghetti with Chicken

    Flavorful spaghetti surely provides a comforting dinner. Featuring chicken, spinach and two types of cheese, this is a crowd-pleaser. —Melanie...

    Shrimp Orzo Salad

    A half hour is all you need to mix up this colorful crowd-pleaser. Offering plenty of shrimp, artichoke hearts, olives,...


    Greek Salad Pitas

    Veggie lovers, here's a full-flavored recipe just for you! This hearty, meatless pita is stuffed with plenty of chopped vegetables...


    Bulgur Salad

    Whether it's nutrition or taste you're after, it doesn't get any better than a bulgur salad. Bulgur wheat, beans, tomatoes,...


    Feta-Stuffed Chicken

    When my husband and I were first married, I only knew how to make a few meals that we’d rotate...


    Veggie Chicken Pitas

    These delicious pita pockets are literally stuffed with veggies, chicken and cheese. They make for great on-the-go dinners. (But bring...


    Mediterranean-Style Red Snapper

    This entree is a nutritious time-saver. Seasoned with spices and served with a zesty sauce, it's a favorite at our...