The people in Greece have a sumptuous feast on Easter and regard it to be a vital part of the fiesta. Easter is unthinkable without luscious recipes. There are a wide variety of recipes that form a very special part of the occasion. The traditional Greek Easter recipes are prepared according to the various customs and traditions that are followed in Greece.
There are various season ingredients that are used in preparing these recipes. According to the religious beliefs in Greece the people honor the resurrection of Christ every Sunday wherein one hundred days are also devoted to Easter. Out of these 50 days are utilized in the real preparations and the rest of the days are used in honoring the adoration of the Lord. It is due to this reason that the people celebrate the occasion with immense joy and fervor. Hence this Easter greet your family and friends and welcome them to be a part of the Greek Easter fiesta. Spice up your grand celebration with tantalizing Greek Easter recipes.
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Greek Easter Cookies from Smyrna:
Ingredients:
2 cups butter
1 1/2 cups white sugar
4 egg yolks
1/2 cup milk or orange juice
8 cups sifted all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 tablespoon grated orange rind
1 egg
Method:
Sift together flour and baking powder and set aside. In large bowl, cream together butter and sugar. Add 4 egg yolks one at a time, beating well after each one. Add milk and flour. Work with the hands until dough is smooth. Add grated orange rind. Dough should be stiff so add additional flour if needed. Break off small portions of dough and roll out into pencil-size strips about 11 inches long. Fold each strip into thirds, sideways, and press lightly together at ends. Place cookies on ungreased baking sheet. Brush tops with beaten egg. Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 18 to 20 minutes.
By – Greek Recipes
Baked Potatoes with Oregano:
Ingredients:
1,5 kg potatoes
1/2 cup olive oil
Lemon juice
Oregano
Salt
Pepper
Method:
Wash and peel the potatoes. Chop them in small pieces and dredge them with salt, pepper and oregano. Spread them in a baking pan, pour olive oil and lemon juice and bake in medium temperature (180 C) for an hour.
By – Greek Recipes
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