Cheesy Garlic Bread Loaf 

Soft bread loaded with garlic butter and melted cheese, baked until golden and bubbly. Perfect as a side for pasta, soup, or as a snack with dipping sauce. Ingredients (1 loaf, serves 6–8) • 1 loaf bread dough (store-bought pizza dough works great) or 1 large French bread loaf (see note) • 4 tbsp unsalted … Read more

Greek-Style Grilled Octopus Salad (Charred + Lemon Herb)

Tender octopus with smoky char, tossed with a bright lemon-olive oil dressing and fresh Mediterranean salad ingredients. Restaurant-style, but totally doable at home. Ingredients (Serves 4) Octopus • 2–2.5 lb (900 g–1.1 kg) octopus (fresh or thawed) • 2 bay leaves (optional) • 1 tsp black peppercorns (optional) • 2 garlic cloves (optional) • 1/4 … Read more

One-Pan Garlic Herb Chicken and Potatoes

Juicy, golden chicken breasts roasted with tender baby potatoes in a buttery garlic-herb sauce—easy, comforting, and perfect for weeknights. Ingredients (Serves 4) • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs) • 1½ lb (700 g) baby potatoes, halved (or quartered if large) • 3 tbsp olive oil • 2 tbsp butter, melted • 4 garlic … Read more