Cheesy Baked Meatballs

Juicy, flavorful meatballs baked until tender, then topped with melted cheese for the ultimate comfort-food bite. Ingredients (Makes 18–22 meatballs) • 1½ lb (680 g) ground beef (or half beef + half pork) • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs • 1/3 cup milk • 1 large egg • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan • 2 garlic cloves, minced … Read more

Creamy Cucumber Dill Salad

Cool, crunchy cucumbers tossed in a tangy, creamy dill dressing—perfect for BBQs, potlucks, and quick summer meals. Ingredients (Serves 4–6) • 3–4 cucumbers, thinly sliced • 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced (optional) Dressing • 1 cup sour cream (or plain Greek yogurt) • 1–2 tbsp mayonnaise (optional, extra creamy) • 1 tbsp lemon juice … Read more

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