A Greek-y Entry

I've always been oblivious about all things Greek as a child. Back home, I doubt I've ever spotted an authentic Greek restaurant/food store amongst the array of different "food-cultures" we're exposed to in Malaysia. Having the chance to experiment with new ingredients and recipes from Greek cuisine in my own Sydney kitchen has made it less of a mystery the past couple of years. I've acquainted myself and our happy household with a few "Greek-ish" dishes which I painlessly scouted around for. I personally feel my obsession with Greek food began with my girlfriends and I eye-ing too many hot Greeks in Sydney! *laughs*- I shall stop there . . . .. *grin* LOL
Here's an afternoon of Greek Food at our very "Malaysian" home;
Greek Pie

2 Lebanese zucchinis sliced and salted 30 minutes in advance (Rinse in cold water and drain well before using) 1 leek; finely chopped and pan fried till soft in some olive oil
180g Greek Feta cheese
180g ricotta cheese
3 tbsp flour
1/4 cup thyme leaves chopped
1/4 cup mint leaves chopped
4 eggs beaten

Add everything in a bowl and toss with salt and pepper to season.

8 slices prosciutto

Grease a cake tin and line the base and sides with prosciutto allow 1-2 cm of overhang around the edges. Pour mixture into the center and fold over prosciutto over the top. Bake for 30-45 minutes until firm in preheated 180 degree oven. Remove from the oven and allow to cool for 20 minutes before slicing and serving.
Pastitso- A Greek version of lasagne made with a meat sauce flavoured with cinnamon and nutmeg.
*the recipe is EXTREMELY long....and I'm in a hurry; so I'll just slot in a quick photo. (And NO; it isn't because I'm being lazy! LOL)

Here's a shorter recipe for Greek salad instead *wink*.

Toss chopped tomatoes, cucumbers, onions and lettuce leaves in a large bowl.
Dressing:
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 clove garlic chopped
fresh chopped oregano
salt and pepper

*I don't have a photo of the salad; didn't make vege's that afternoon *guilty* Haha!
I'm sure those who love Greek food are wondering why "Lamb" isn't on my Greek-y menu! *laughs*....erm...*shrug?*