Recipes

Prasopita (Greek Lenten Pie) December, 2002 Serves 4-6 / In Greece, phyllo-pastry pies filled with white cheese and

Temper Tamers Five herbs to cool a hot head By Maryann Hammers Ever have one of those days when absolutely nothing goes

Sfenj (Orange Doughnuts) December, 2002 Makes about 20 / These doughnuts, fragrant with orange, are eaten in Morocco to

Soupe de Lasagnes (Provenale Pasta Soup) December, 2002 Serves 6 / The traditional Christmas Eve “fasting supper” in

Lost At Sea You know fish is an excellent source of low-fat protein and is rich in omega-3 fatty acids. You’re also

Studded with hazelnuts and brilliant cranberries, this pumpkin pie is a colorful break from the traditional version.

This super-simple Persimmon Pie—a Southern favorite—has a rich, creamy texture with a minimum amount of fat.

Bottled pomegranate juice is available at many specialty stores and supermarkets. To make your own, place pomegranate seeds in a blender and pulse gently to just break the juice sacks, but not enough to pulverize the seed pits.

Juicy figs laced with fragrant spices star in this pie, memorable for a taste that is savory rather than sweet.