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Pasta puttanesca

Pasta puttanesca

With a rich and salty sauce of anchovies, olives, tomatoes and capers, this spaghetti dish has all the hallmarks of southern Italian cuisine.
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Cheese and silverbeet borek

Cheese and silverbeet borek

Flaky filo pastry encasing a delicious mixture - in this case cheese and silverbeet - topped with crunchy seeds is why borek is so popular.
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Tuna and soba noodle salad

Tuna and soba noodle salad

Light and fresh, this seared tuna and soba noodle salad is packed full of flavour from the zesty coriander dressing.
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DEEP-FRIED WHITEBAIT

Deep-fried whitebait with garlic dip

These crunchy little deep-fried whitebait are a real treat, especially dunked in delicious cucumber garlic dip. They make a great starter, or a great platter for sharing with friends. Looking for more fish recipes?
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Mediterranean fish pie

Mediterranean fish pie

The pangrattato, toasted bread crumbs in Italian, adds a delightful crunch and paired tender fish and Mediterranean spices creates the perfect fish pie.
SWEET POTATO CRISPS WITH CHILLI SALT

Sweet potato crisps with chilli salt

Sweet potato (or kumara) come in a variety of colours and make a lovely, sweet crisp. The orange version has a slightly different composition to the other varieties and requires a little more frying, so do those separately. Note
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eggplant recipes

Roasted eggplant with spiced lamb

Silky eggplant and crunchy cauliflower topped with spiced minced lamb - delish! This dish is a stand out winner for a quick and easy midweek dinner. And it's great for diabetics.
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Silverbeet, cheese and filo stacks

Layers of crisp filo, crumbly cheese and wilted silverbeet, all drenched in lemon and garlic, make these silverbeet, cheese and filo stacks a light and delicious meal.
Mediterranean fish bake

Mediterranean fish bake

This easy Mediterranean fish and vegetable bake is a great choice for a healthy family dinner idea. And not only will it help hit your daily recommended intake of vegies, it's also diabetic-friendly too. Easy!
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prawn salad recipes

Mediterranean prawn salad

With roasted capsicum, sun-dried tomatoes and a light lemon dressing, this Mediterranean prawn salad is the perfect side for Aussie summer entertaining.
Mediterranean meatloaf

Mediterranean meatloaf

This Mediterranean meatloaf makes a delicious flavoursome dish for the whole family. Serves best with roasted vegetables or a green leafy salad.
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What’s for dinner? Spring sensations

Spring is here! Now is the time to make the most of new season produce and get outdoors and enjoy the coming warmer months. It's also the perfect time to lighten up with these delicious Mediterranean-inspired recipes. Meat-free Mondays just got better with our eggplant and haloumi quiche. And the mid-week pasta meal reaches new heights with our broad bean orecchiette.
Roasted capsicum and labne salad

Roasted capsicum and labne salad

Enjoy the freshness of this deliciously comforting vegetarian roasted capsicum and labne salad - tasty, healthy, and perfect for Spring evenings!
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20 traditional Greek recipes

Traditional Greek food brings to mind hot, clear days on sandy beaches, white-washed houses and bright blue tiles. Ready to get on a plane yet? Luckily these gorgeously easy Greek recipes will do in the meantime; from mouthwatering lamb souvlaki to everyone's favourite Greek salad, Greek roast lamb to delicious little loukoumades, it'll feel like you're across the Mediterranean from your very own backyard.
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Tahini dip

Tahini dip

For that party, barbecue or family get-together, it's tempting to just scoop up a selection of dips from the supermarket. Make your own, however, and you'll save money, know exactly what has gone into the food, plus most homemade dips, like this one, are ridiculously quick and easy to make.
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Fish Kebabs (psari souvlaki)

Fish kebabs (psari souvlaki)

Let your barbecue send you to Greece with this fish-style souvlaki recipe. Popping with chunks of zucchini and capsicum these kebabs are best served with cooling tzatziki.
HERB FISH PARCELS

Herb fish parcels

Give your taste buds a Mediterranean trip with this delicious seafood meal,enriched with hearty vegetables and flavoursome herbs.
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Olive oil pastires with cheeses and mint

Olive oil pastries with cheeses and mint

These tantalising pastries are encased with greek fetta and herbs to give a mediterranean flavour hit. Prepare in advance for easy to cook cocktail food or starters on any special occasion.
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Escabeche of turkey

Escabeche of turkey

Escabeche is traditionally fried fish covered with a hot vinegar marinade. Vinegar is a preservative, so the food can be stored to serve later. Note
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Mushrooms in Oil

Mushrooms in oil

This is an excellent way to use pearly white button mushrooms when you can find them. Note
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Taramasalata

Taramasalata

The vibrant colours of the Mediterranean taste as good as they look!
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greek octopus recipe

Greek char-grilled octopus (octapothi sta karvouna)

Uncooked marinated octopus suitable to freeze. Not suitable to microwave. You could also use baby octopus. Rigani is Greek oregano, available at some delicatessens or spice stores. If it’s unavailable, substitute dried oregano. Note
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chocolate baklava rolls

Chocolate baklava rolls

Set aside for 4 hours or overnight for the syrup to be absorbed. Serve with any remaining syrup drizzled over. Not suitable to freeze or microwave. Note
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red pepper

Red pepper sauce

Drained capsicum from a jar can be used, if preferred. Goes well with cold macaroni salad; grilled chicken breasts; barbecued sardines. Note
greek salad with grilled lamb

Greek salad with grilled lamb

Marinating the lamb takes this tasty and healthy salad to new levels. For best results, grill the meat so it is still pink in the middle, and leave it to rest before slicing. Use plump, ripe and juicy tomatoes and a good quality fetta.
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braised artichokes with tomato vinaigrette

Braised artichokes with tomato vinaigrette

Surprisingly, the humble artichoke is part of the thistle family. Served here topped with chopped pine nuts and fresh chervil, with a tomato vinaigrette, they'll make a sophisticated, mouth-watering appetiser at your next dinner party.
Turkish bread vegetable pizza

Turkish bread vegetable pizza

Take a different approach to making pizza with this Turkish bread vegetable pizza recipe. Loaded with healthy vegies, and quick to make, it makes a fab mid-week dinner.
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lamb kebabs

Barbecue lamb kebabs

These lamb kebabs are perfect for a lazy summer barbecue. The addition of a fresh mediterranean style tomato, olive and fetta salad completes the dish.