A moist lemon cake sits atop a delicate custard. Setting a 8-inch baking dish in a roasting pan filled halfway with water allows the custard to form while the top bakes. It’s an excellent party dish, warm and just out of the oven.
Mama Santelli's Recipes
Mama has included over a hundred recipes from the traditional cuisine of countries bordering the Mediterranean Sea. The recipes are rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, beans, nuts, seeds, and olive oil, with moderate amounts of fish, poultry, eggs, and dairy, and limited red meat and sweets. Change these recipes to meet your nutritional needs or create your own. Most of all have fun... "Se cresce vicino al mare e la tua Nonna riesce a pronunciarlo, puoi cucinarlo!" — Mama
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Featured Recipes
Lemon Pudding Cake
Mediterranean Baked Cod
Tender, flaky cod fillets baked with juicy cherry tomatoes, sweet shallots, garlic, and savory olives in a fragrant olive oil and lemon sauce. This colorful Mediterranean-inspired dish is light, nutritious, and bursting with fresh flavors. An heart-healthy entrée that's perfect for a family dinner.
Roasted Sicilian Cauliflower
Golden roasted cauliflower seasoned with aromatic Sicilian spices and tossed in a tangy caper-raisin vinaigrette. Sweet raisins, briny capers, warm spices, and bright citrus create a delicious balance of flavors in this colorful Mediterranean side dish.
Greek Stuffed Tomatoes
Juicy tomatoes and colorful bell peppers filled with a fragrant mixture of rice, fresh zucchini, potatoes, aromatic herbs, and Mediterranean seasonings. Slowly baked in olive oil and natural tomato juices alongside tender roasted potatoes and zucchini.
Ladolemono
A classic Greek sauce combining rich extra-virgin olive oil with freshly squeezed lemon juice. Light, tangy, and beautifully aromatic, this simple Mediterranean favorite adds a refreshing citrus flavor to grilled fish, chicken, roasted vegetables, and fresh salads.
Mediterranean Lemon Orzo
Tender orzo pasta simmered in savory broth with sweet peas, fresh garlic, and Parmesan cheese. Bright lemon juice, fragrant zest, and fresh herbs create a light, creamy Mediterranean-inspired dish that's perfect as a side or satisfying main course.
Italian Salsa Verde
A vibrant Italian herb sauce combining fresh parsley, briny capers, fragrant garlic, and zesty lemon with rich extra-virgin olive oil. Bright, tangy, and slightly spicy, this traditional Mediterranean condiment adds a burst of fresh flavor to grilled meats, seafood and roasted vegetables.
Apple Bundt Cake
A healthy apple bundt cake is the perfect solution when it comes to satisfying your sweet tooth without compromising your health. This bundt cake combines the natural sweetness of honey with the rich flavors of apples, creating a moist and tender cake that you can feel good about indulging in.
Greek Yogurt with Honey and Walnuts
A traditional Greek dessert combining thick, creamy Greek yogurt with golden honey, crunchy toasted walnuts, and a hint of cinnamon. Naturally sweet, wonderfully simple, and rich in Mediterranean flavor, this delightful treat is perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a wholesome afternoon snack.
Baked Ziti
Ziti is a type of Italian pasta that originated in the Campania and Sicily regions. It is a long, wide tube-shaped pasta, traditionally broken into smaller pieces before cooking. Ziti is traditionally served at weddings and bridal dinners, symbolizing abundance and good fortune.
Greek Avgolemono Soup
A comforting Greek classic featuring tender chicken, rice or orzo, and a silky lemon-egg broth. This traditional Mediterranean soup combines bright citrus flavors with a rich, creamy texture created without cream. Warm, satisfying, and perfect for any season.
Pasta Alla Boscaiola
It’s a rich, hearty, meaty, tomato-based pasta that has quickly become a staple in my weekly pasta rotation. It’s got everything: smoky bites of Italian sausage, crispy bacon, earthy mushrooms, a generous amount of cream, and freshly chopped rosemary.