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March 11, 2015 •
Beans, Side Dish, Vegetarian •
This recipe is so simple, delicious, and healthy! Many Greek families I know make a version of this recipe, but I really worked to streamline it and make it as simple and packed with flavor as possible. This is also a great recipe if...
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July 1, 2014 •
Beans, Side Dish, Uncategorized •
Firstly, let me start off by saying that baked beans have never been my forte! In fact, a few years ago I tried to make them for a family cook-out and they were hard and sticky and too sweet. I’ve yet to live that down,...
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January 22, 2014 •
Beans, Italian Food, Side Dish, Uncategorized, Vegetarian, Weeknight •
I am always trying to create different versions of greens and beans, trying to master the classic in my own way that my family will enjoy. It is one of my favorite comfort meals. This particular version is a one-pot wonder that only...
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October 22, 2013 •
appetizers, Beans, Greek Food, Italian Food, Lemons, Main Dish, Side Dish, Toddler Friendly, Toddlers & Kids, Uncategorized, Vegetarian, Weeknight •
This recipe is Italian greens and beans meets Greek island fare!! Any takers?? Of course! It’s healthy, flavorful, and sooooo simple!!! Best of all, you’ll only have one pot to clean. Using simple ingredients...
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October 9, 2013 •
Babies, Toddlers & Kids, Beans, Main Dish, Meat, Pork, Toddler Friendly, Uncategorized, Weeknight •
I know slow cooker recipes are supposed to be easy and stress-free, but I always have a tough time with them. Not this time, my friends; it’s EASY and FLAVORFUL!! Woo-hoo! This is the perfect fall recipe and your house will...
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September 30, 2013 •
Babies, Toddlers & Kids, Beans, Main Dish, Meat, Soup, Sunday Dinner •
It’s officially fall, football season, and time for chili!!!! My toddler son absolutely LOVES beans and is exceptionally fond of chili, so I love to make it for him. I make tons of varieties, but Mediterranean-Style Chili was on...
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July 25, 2013 •
appetizers, Babies, Toddlers & Kids, Beans, Greek Food, Italian Food, Side Dish, Uncategorized •
This is a huge crowd pleaser for the little ones and excellent as a side for adults!! This recipe is basically the Mediterranean version of Southern pork and beans. Using Great Northern beans, pancetta, Parmesan cheese rind, bay leaf,...
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July 11, 2013 •
Babies, Toddlers & Kids, Beans, Greek Food, Italian Food, Main Dish, Pasta, Side Dish, Uncategorized, Vegetarian •
Don’t underestimate this dish because I just said lima beans!! I’m serious! This recipe will cater to those who already love lima beans and convert those who don’t think they like them. Between the sautéed garlic,...
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June 10, 2013 •
Babies, Toddlers & Kids, Beans, Salads, Side Dish, Uncategorized, Vegetarian •
Simple, simple, simple…and sooo tasty!! This is the perfect side to take to a picnic or to serve at a family cook-out this summer. Just remember, you have to make it the night before and allow all of the flavors to marry overnight...
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April 23, 2013 •
Babies, Toddlers & Kids, Beans, Side Dish, Uncategorized, Vegetarian •
This salad is as crisp, fresh, and colorful as they come. I may have mentioned this before, but my little boy absolutely loves beans. In fact, I think they are currently his favorite food. He was so excited when he saw me making...
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