Modern Greek: 170 Contemporary Recipes from the Mediterranean

By Andy Harris

Delicious and healthful, redolent of the flavors of the Mediterranean, and perfect for the way we like to eat today-its no wonder that Greek food is so beloved. Modern Greek offers 170 recipes for everything from meze to luscious pastry desserts. This delightful cookbook draws together ingredients from the everyday Greek kitchen-all readily available-such as cheeses and yogurt, vegetables and legumes, rice and pasta, seafoods and meats, and, of course, olives, and transforms them into easy, exciting dishes with a seasonal twist. There are savory pies stuffed with greens and herbs in autumn; slow-cooked one-pot stews for winter warm-ups; braised lamb and baby vegetables to welcome spring; and simple grills for relaxing summer evenings. Many of the recipes are traditional, while others are updated interpretations adapting traditional Greek foods and cooking techniques to contemporary kitchens. Beautifully photographed, Modern Greek reveals this much-favored cuisine in a fresh and contemporary light.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0811834808
• ISBN13: 9780811834803
• Release Date: September 2002
• Publisher: Chronicle Books
• Length: 160 Pages
• Weight: 1.44 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 1.0" x 1.0"
• Age Range: 13 years and up
• Grade Range: Grade 8 to Postsecondary

Customer Reviews

Finally a healthy flavor enhanced twist on favorite Greek dishes

Growing up Greek with a mother and grandmother who were excellent Cooks,I have always loved sampling and cooking Greek food. However sometimes the oil can be very heavy-handed as well as some spices. Andy Harris really gets everything right in Modern Greek. A updated healthy version of many classics as well as newer twists added to some. I have made almost everything in this cookbook and it has gotten rave reviews from family and friends. The Baklava and pastitsou are outstanding. I have bought a copy for each of my three children and they love it as well. Bravo for this cookbook Andy!