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Tradition! Recipes, Tales, and More from My Greek American Life
Tradition Recipes Tales and More from My Greek American Life Author:Pamela Kockos Merchant In Tradition! Pam shares her personal collection of time-honored, home-cooked Greek and American recipes; heartwarming memories; and an array of colorful photos that together define her lifelong adventure with food. Throughout, she pays tribute to her mother, the one who inspired her passion and appreciation for what she values most culture, foo... more »d, friends, and family. Nine-five mouthwatering recipes record this journey from Appetizers, Soups, Salads, and Breads to Vegetables, Fish and Poultry, Meat, and Sweets. Delight in Greek dishes like tender, succulent Lamb and Vegetable Stew braised in garlic, onion, and white wine; the creamy lusciousness of Custard with Phyllo and Syrup; or the savory goodness of Baked Lima Bean and Tomato casserole cooked with olive oil, tomatoes, and parsley. Additionally, be enticed by some American classics such as the sweet aroma of warm Cinnamon Coffee Cake; the tomatoey, meaty pleasure of Pam's special Chili; or the piquant, citrusy flavor of Crazy Lemon Cake. Accompanied with charming tales, Tradition! promises to inspire and entertain. Also included are these sections: The Be-Attitudes of Cooking, where the real secrets behind every successful dish are revealed, Being At-Ease with Phyllo, a primer that calms your nerves about working with this fine pastry dough, and A Walk Through the Year: Your Guide to Seasonal Produce, a month-by-month listing of fresh, seasonal produce to assist with your menu planning. Sprinkled with images from her travels to Greece, Tradition! is more than a cookbook. It's an exploration into a Greek American life.« less