3 GREEK/MEDITERRANEAN Dinner Ideas that are crowd pleasers!! Winner Dinners 167

When picking out the recipes for this week I noticed I had chosen 2 recipes with Greek/ Mediterranean flavors so I found a 3rd dinner recipe to match and went with it! I hope you enjoy this week's recipes and give them a try.
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[@MargaretHall23]

I also pull the stems off my spinach, they just don't belong lol. I wanted to thank you and all the amazing viewers for all the prayers, back in 2021 my son was diagnosed with cancer. I wanted to update everyone as of july 13th he rang the bell and is now cancer free. I absolutely have been loving and making a lot of recipes. Thank you all 😊

[@MrsAlmaTrumble]

Praise God, that's wonderful news. We'll continue to pray for y'all.

[@MargaretHall23]

@@MrsAlmaTrumble thank you so much ❤️

[@MrsAlmaTrumble]

@@MargaretHall23 you're welcome.

[@MandyintheMaking]

Praise the Lord!!! How amazing!!!

[@sandybowman7140]

I don't think I was watching that far back, but I'm happy for you and ur son & pray that the trauma will be replaced with joy and laughter!! God bless u all! 💞🙋‍♀️💕💕💕

[@gingergirl8797]

Good for you, Cole for helping GMa. A good man takes care of his family.

[@SauerPatchGardening]

We always slice the pitas in the middle- like fillet it..but not thru the bottom, and turn it into a pocket, then put the things inside the pocket. Makes it easier to eat the goodies inside.

[@charitydavis8936]

Yes, bring back batter chatter. I love it when you & Steven do it together.

[@susantaulli6580]

I can’t tell you how much I love Greek food! It’s so overlooked! Thanks for highlighting Greek food!

[@lindaatkins3683]

Found this solution in a recipe - To keep my hands out of ground meat, I stir it with two forks, one in each hand. It combines the ingredients quickly, without overmixing and causing toughness. Just be sure to beat any eggs separately before adding.

[@denisecorwin9113]

I love watching the two of you! The pita bread cut in half make the best pocket for that chicken salad you made. That's how we use them in my family anyways.Look forward to your next one!

[@aaronhudgens8345]

This!

[@jenniherr80]

Gnocchi pronunciation was perfect!

[@MrsAlmaTrumble]

Just want to take a moment and say thank you for all the delicious recipes you share every video. We have loved we have tried you've shared. Thank you again, sweet friend. Y'all always brighten my day.

[@MandyintheMaking]

You are so welcome!

[@sandybowman7140]

Hey hey Alma! We're getting closer to Aug 8 every day & that glorious little ones arrival!

[@MrsAlmaTrumble]

@sandybowman7140 yes, we can't wait and our youngest grandson is starting to crawl.

[@XxShellyW13xX]

You can use a paper towel and stir it in your pan to remove grease from your pan. Works wonderfully with no stress to your hands having to lift your pan to drain the grease. Try it out! Love your videos, thank you for all you and Steven do!❤❤😊

[@tammyinman1699]

I do that😃

[@lucieengen7046]

I do that too 😊.

[@sandybowman7140]

I do that & always felt I was being so practical!

[@janetansel8788]

Me too! Changed my life! 😂

[@tammyinman1699]

@@janetansel8788 amén to that! Lol Saves the drain too🤣🤣

[@shelbylowery753]

I made the Greek Meatballs with Lemon Orzo for tonight's dinner and it was fantastic!! My husband didn't even realize they were chicken meatballs!👍😊

[@lisaramsey40]

I much prefer a light meal when it's hot. My husband doesn't feel that way. Ugh

[@heathercopeland8005]

Yes for the batter chatter! Love those videos.

[@leynetthudson7518]

Yesssss please 👍🤩

[@annettek2678]

How bout we change up the fall ritual pumpkin spice recipes for some Apple cinnamon goodies!!! Be a trendsetter 🍎🍏👏👏

[@karenughoc2849]

You can cut the pita bread in half and stuff the chicken salad inside each half.

[@user-lv8sp9zj1c]

Make sure it says pocket bread somewhere on the package.

[@renmuffett]

The pita pocket looks refreshing on a hot day. I never saw anyone use it folded over before though. We always slice them in half and fill the pocket with filling. Thanks for sharing!

[@ritasmoot1823]

Hey Mandy, for the sun dried tomatoes, try them puréed. Throw some in the blender so you can still add the flavor. 👨‍🍳😘

[@shelleynielsen6411]

Genius

[@pamguyton4597]

If you cut the pita in half, there is a "pocket" to put your filling in.

[@VeronicaRonniDorval2638]

Y'all are one of few channels that make me LOL literally 😂😂😂

[@beckyshreck9624]

Yes please, more batter chatter. Thank you again for some amazing recipes.

[@stephanieguyton3738]

Mandy, for a quick and easy way to slice cherry tomatoes… get 2 lids(from takeout containers) and place several tomatoes on the lid, cover them with the other lid and run your knife between the lids. Voila!! I think Pampered Chef sells a contraption instead of using the lids. And it also works great for chicken breasts.

[@sandybowman7140]

I love that hack! I saw Rachel Ray & Martha Stewart use it, so if they love it, it's gotta be the bomb!

[@Ali_Pooh]

I love that we have Cole’s thumbs ups again! I’ve missed those!

[@cherylscheller4278]

Gotta love a man who loves his food cooked by Mandy, now get on board with the CREAM cheese 😅love you guys ❤

[@Kim-Unearthed]

Watching while playing with my adorable 10 week old grandson! Can't wait to try these, Mandy!! Thank you so much!💛🫡😘

[@MandyintheMaking]

awwwww!!!

[@heidis4677]

If you cut those pitas in half , you can stuff them. I love them warmed. Not as bready. I just put them in the toaster

[@jlee294]

Batter Chatter/ Mandy in the Baking together sounds good. I discovered gnocchi when I was in Italy for my church. We pronounced it knee-oh-key. First k is silent. Thank you for all your fun recipes. The hilarious moments, and the sweetness you, Steven and Cole show for each other and share with us. Love you guys ❤❤❤

[@mariakoufalis1487]

It is pronounced nyo--key, not nee-okey.

[@MommaLousKitchen]

The pickling ones don't go bitter as fast in my experience (they don't love heat in general, cucumber)

[@darbyt8498]

Mandy, I have the trick to no tears when cutting onions! I went to a cooking class and the teacher told us that you need to SLICE the onions not chop. So slide your knife back and forth rather than pushing down, when you push down thats what pushes all the liquids out! I havent cried since!

[@barbarahaynes4129]

Funny you said that about plain Greek yogurt--I took a large bite of what I thought was vanilla yogurt…oh, my, BLESS MY HEART!

[@ArkansasCelebrations]

I would absolutely LOVE you to do more Batter Chatter/Mandy in the Baking!!!!!❤

[@jorusnak1998]

Who ever invented the grater is a genius. I love you. ❤

[@lemmylousmommy6616]

Yes, it is so hot in Texas, making mostly salads for dinner! I love a good chicken salad, and this is a new way for me, so adding to my store list. Favourite chips are sour cream and cheese. Texture issues are chunky peanut butter and tapioca pudding. Yuck! Finally, love seeing the thermometer, safety first! Another food safety tip is using disposable blue gloves. If they tear, you can see the blue in your food to pick out instead of finding the piece in a bite. Commercial kitchens use these. Thanks to you, Steven, Cole, and Gracie for another fun time!

[@teresaleonard9215]

Call it Mandy in the baking batter chatter. Also when taking off the gloves. Peel on off on the top side of your hand and it will turn it inside out. Tuck it into the other hand that is still gloved. Then peel that one off from the top side of your hand and all thr tucky stuff is on the inside and just toss it.

[@PegAMurphy]

hey Mandy 👋 a little tip for when you are talking the gloves off after taking one off hold it in the gloved hand & pull the other over it and it's all contained in one and hopefully no spillage 🙂 .... oh btw they all look delicious 👍💖

[@robylove9190]

I ordered my grater because you use yours for several things. I have grated cheese once. But, I can't count the times I have grated potatoes, carrots, etc. I love it 💗 I only buy plain Greek yogurt and add flavors to it.

[@MandyintheMaking]

That is awesome!

[@user-qg8qu6gg4s]

This is such a unique spin on chicken salad with the tzatziki flavor! I want to try it.😃

[@annettek2678]

You only have to make that vanilla yogurt mistake once to have an eternal fear it might happen again lol. Love your videos and your lovely family! Thank you!

[@cathynations7169]

Mandy, I make a Greek Pasta Salad that includes cooked pasta of choice, feta cheese, cucumbers, red onion, tomatoes, Pepperonchini peppers, Kalarmata Olives and either Ken's or Girard's Greek dressing. It is fresh, delicious and pairs nicely with summer Greek meals. Still loving your channel after 3 1/2 years. Y'all are just precious! ❤️

[@BK-rf2uu]

Measure cheese with your heart! Love it! Y’all are fun and we LOVE YOUR CHANNEL! Thank you 🥰

[@dianapowell3140]

Here is a no bake dessert! Layer ice cream sandwiches in a 9 x 13 casserole. Spread cool whip, pour chocolate syrup. Sprinkle peanuts. Do it again so you have two layers. Freeze. Take out about 10 minutes before serving. Yummmm.

[@janessary8832]

Those fresh home grown maters look so awesome! Yummy

[@annammlily5720]

The texture and appearance of sun dried tomatoes reminds me of a full ashtray. I’m not joking. It’s really what pops into my mind! I cannot eat them at all without gagging.

[@babymcthomas]

Y’all are one of the sweetest couples I have ever watched! Y’all remind me of my husband and I, we love to cook together when we can but can be hard with a 2, 5, and 12 year old always requiring attention. But you make it look fun and romantic in a pg way lol. Love watching y’all may God bless you and your sweet little family!

[@MrsAlmaTrumble]

My hubby and I love cooking together.

[@MandyintheMaking]

Thank you so much 🤗

[@kimeverhart6253]

Hey Miss Mandy! I loved this video and all your recipes! I must say your husband is a doll and probably the kindest I’ve seen on KZbin! 🥰. Always so supportive of you! I don’t like stems on my spinach either and I wanted to tell you, I’m a RN of 40+Years and I can touch ANYTHING if I’m wearing gloves!! So, you go girl! You can make all kinds of meat dishes now! Thank you for sharing and the first recipe I’m making is that chicken salad!! My mouth was actually watering! 😂❤ Bless you and your sweet family and I hope you have a happy weekend! 🥰

[@beanie7547]

I don’t even like to eat when it’s hot. I’ll be happy with a tall glass of cold v8 and be done. We’ve had 107° tempts for the last week. Luckily no humidity. As a note I use my salad spinner to remove water from my cucumbers and zucchini with success.

[@danagibson1818]

Gotta add the vodka to the V8😂

[@evagardner6013]

My husband has been making these meatballs for several months and they are literally our FAVORITE meal!! We do wild rice instead of orzo and make garlic sautéed kale to go with. It is SO. GOOD.

[@tamerawencl5675]

Mandy, try using a large dinner fork to mix your meatloaf - a trick I saw Ina Garden use on her show once and I've done it every since. You get everything mixed in, without over working the meat, which can make it tough. Love the videos, keep 'em coming, and please stay cool!

[@sandybowman7140]

Mandy!!! I'm so excited for these dishes + my doctors at the Univ of Michigan are always pushing a Mediterranean Diet bc its got all the good balance we need. Love the Chicken Meatballs & Orzo. Best of all, had just picked up something to send to you & now I'm happy to send it (I won't ruin the surprise but will just tell u, "it fits perfectly with these dishes)"!! You have become my absolute favorite chef on YT & partly bc u post ur PO Box so we can interact back! Look for my surprise in about 1 week, regular USPS. Love u guys, sending cool breezes from West Michigan!! 💕

[@lilapacheco4826]

I loved Batter Chatter! Yes, bring it back. I love the channel. New ideas for my house are so valuable. Nothing is too exotic, very relateable, so my kids will eat it. Have you ever tried making tortillas? Inquiring minds want to know.

[@dianalester1351]

Love seeing Gracie in your videos! Hers precious, indeed!!

[@pepperleah]

Whatever type of recipes you are making (or baking), I am glad to be one of your SPEC-tators! I love your videos so much!

[@phyllisschapiro7894]

Did you leave all those goodies in your skillet? After you take the meatballs out, put the orzo (and some orzo water) in that pan and scrape up all that goodness from the meatballs into the orzo! YUMMMM . . .

[@lynnmitchell1618]

Love all your videos. Yes, bring back the battery chatter, love the stores you and steven tell. Here in Georgia, it is very hot andhumid. That's why I'm thankful I can work from home so I'm staying in as much as possible till fall.

[@tonifannin4947]

You two are so down to earth fun! And your common tater got gnocchi pronounced pretty darn good!😃

[@rickmiller4202]

If you ever have a chance, compare the dry basil to fresh. You'll never use dry again, it doesn't seem to be basil at all. It's super easy to grow as well. Sometimes too easy. 😉

[@mangopilar]

Loving this video, Greek food is awesome.

[@cindywharton4672]

My favorite chip is cream cheese and chives. My husband and I love all the recipes you have on your shows. We have done several as I play you and my husband plays the "Common Tater"❤

[@donnatorres7145]

Thank you so much for sharing these 3 healthier recipes. I've made several of your recipes in the past and every one was delicious. I am recovering from heart surgery so I really appreciated these 3 meals plus I'm diabetic so I have to watch what I eat now. I love you guys. Have a blessed evening. 🙏💙❤️💙🐱

[@Yrutnec1]

From the bottom of my heart ----- I so Love and enjoy you, your recipes, your son, and most of all ~ your husband. I do follow several people on KZbin but your video is at the top.... while I adore you and your recipes..... it is your husband who seals the deal with my returning to your channel...his attitude, style, and wonderful attitude are so amazing! .Thank you both so much! Jeremiah 33 3

[@ginajordan5016]

I have never used my cheese grater for veggies or potatoes….will try it. Thanks for the idea!

[@twilagitschlag5662]

Agreed when it’s so hot don’t want anything heavy and probably not anything hot

[@janetrogers8839]

Love the ground beef with spinach, etc

[@katigrace25]

My mom gave me a box of gloves as a joke for Christmas years ago, they’ve actually been such a helpful thing for me! I don’t like touching raw meat, it’s so much easier with gloves. I’ve realized that I also like gloves for cleaning and washing dishes too 😂 it helps my sensory issues!

[@annminjares3107]

Thank you for all the giggles today!❤ You were both delightful to watch!

[@lisabrewer7825]

I love your new intro! The “Comontater” needs a segment intro like subby supper.

[@RachaelGenX]

❤we are Mediterranean eaters, and these are awesome! I made the Tzatziki Chicken Salad for dinner tonight with a side salad and tabouli. Absolutely delicious! Thank you! Hope you find more Mediterranean inspired recipes for future dinners.

[@zookeeper15133]

To deseed your cucumbers, cut in half length wise then use a spoon to scoop out the seeds. It works with zucchini too. Love you shows, family and Gracie!

[@jenniferolton1230]

Mandy, I made the sweet and sour kielbasa yesterday. It was so good. I scooped out the left overs and there was soo much liquid left that I added a pork roast to it and slow cooked it over night. Oh my yumminess.

[@countrygirl2745]

Mandy, I'm the same way with mushrooms as you are with sundried tomatoes. Love the flavor but can not hew them. I just cute them bigger & pick them out. Bring back Batter Chatter

[@dps5819]

I agree, summer time I prefer lighter meals, eating a heavy meal tends to drain my energy, I can eat Mediterranean meals like these any time of year, I can't wait to try the one with the spinach and tomatoes, looks really good..

[@stephanie2]

They all look so delicious. You guys always make me smile and laugh ❤

[@tiktok11150]

In the restaurants I have worked in we cut the pita 1/4-1/3 of the top off and open it up. Open up the cut off piece and place it in the bottom of the pocket to catch the juice. You can stuff the pocket with the ingredients from there. It only works with fresh pita bread because if it is more than a day old the pita bread will crumble. Pita bread makes a good Falafel/Salad with a vinaigrette dressing pocket also.

[@barbiebrannam233]

Making my mouth water, yes bake something. Ty for all your recipes so wonderful!!!😁❤

[@paulaedwards5655]

Asparagus with balsamic vinegar and parmesan cheese is amazing especially with beef steak

[@sandrawarrington7874]

Thank you for the Greek dishes! I love Greek food!! More please! Love you all!!!❤

[@cathydecarles7084]

Yes please bring them back that would be great Mandy Gracie Lou is just so precious These recipes are amazing thank you 🙏🏻 so much for sharing them with us 🙏🏻✝️☮️🥰🌹💐🌺❤️🍀💚💕💜💙

[@chrisrasmussen4612]

I just learned not to long ago, that your shouldn't crack your egg on the side of your bowl to avoid any egg shell going in, they say to crack it on the counter or edge of your stove, which is where I crack mine. I was glad for this advice, several times i have had to pick small pieces of egg shell from my bowl or pan.

[@sheilabeaulieu1107]

Congratulations Steven, not only did you get a snort-laugh from Mandy, you got one from me as well-y’all are a hoot ‘n a half!

[@aprilw7561]

Yes would love the baking ideas

[@toyairy7612]

ITS Greek week at my house, and no this isn't a sorority or fraternity, its the cuisine thankyou Mandy. we had the chicken salad pita with tzatziki dressing, but that held two days and i had to make a second batch of dressing because it all soaked in over night. third day was the ground beef dish, right down to the lemon rice, we dolloped leftover tzatziki on that and OMG tomorrow is the meatballs. thankyou thankyou for these amazing additions to my loved foods to cook.

[@katiebreedlove2597]

Just discovered I can create a "save video" playlist..... now I don't have to dig for videos I've watched in the past ! I'm soooooo excited 🤩 This is the first one added ! Thank you Mandy 💜

[@sandybowman7140]

So easy way to remember that u have watched it is to hit the "LIKE" button. I love saving each favorite cook in their own name & yep, have one that says "MANDY" - u just have to fiddle around with the buttons to "name" each file.

[@carriekay5987]

I love your kitty!❣ And I always love your recipes ... your "makings" are so inspiring⚘🌈👌

[@OZARKMOON1960]

Loved 'Batter Chatter' but props to the lady who suggested 'Mandy in the Baking' - too cute. My one tip as a decent baker is to remember it is an exact science and the secret is to measure everything just as the recipe says. Things rising or baking completely are dependent on chemical reactions of the ingredients and if those ratios are off, things don't come out as planned. But truly, which of us hasn't had a batch of brownies that went a little haywire and still ate them? Ice cream and sundae toppings will hide a lot of flaws.

[@bonnieballew7762]

A tip on taking off gloves when you take off the one glove put it in the palm of the other hand. Then put two fingers under the glove at your wrist and pull the glove over the glove in the palm turning the one glove inside out. This creates a neat little package with no touching the mess.

[@annielumm7370]

We have taken to ealting ground chicken lately and im so doing those meatballs or meatloaf with it. Its a really nice break from hamburger!!! Love y'all!!!

[@lindaedison4070]

I like the dried, sun-dried tomatoes, but not crazy about the ones in the oil. I like to chop them up using shears. I used to get a salad at work from a restaurant where they chopped the sun-dried tomatoes and also put in walnuts. Yum!

[@susiebaker2275]

My husband and I love your videos. I’ve tried a lot of your recipes and they’ve all been good. We are cat parents so we love seeing Gracie, my husband even made up a song about it. 😂

[@aprillove5415]

Hey Mandy! Been gone a while. Trying to get moved into the new house. 1. Warm your pita bread. 2. I have a small leg of lamb in the freezer, gonna thaw it, and grind it up and make the recipes. Glad to be back!!

[@denisedavies5950]

Try making you own sun dried tomatoes ❤ Slow oven... cherry tomatoes EVOO salt n pepper cook until semi dried yummo. I use them in my egg bites for breaky ❤

[@michellehurst3797]

Yes, I am the same way. I don't want to eat anything heavy when it's hot outside! A BLT and an ear of Indiana sweet corn, with extra tomatoes on the side is my perfect summer meal!

[@miaweeks522]

I would love to see Batter Chatter make a return! Also, I think it would be really fun to see all Subbie Suppers in a Winner Dinner episode!

[@Morris17.]

I love watching y'all together... y'all are hilarious 😆😂🤣

[@michellelynde9567]

The picture you chose of Ross was PERFECT! 😂 Probably one of my favorite episodes of Friends

[@MandyintheMaking]

Same! Fajitas!

[@deborahswenchonis9685]

Faithfully follower of zest!too funny love all the commercials. Another one in my memory now.

[@teresiawhisnant235]

I love watching y'all and I look forward to your video every week. You two are so much like my husband and laughing at the little things and I'm so glad there are other couples that truly enjoy teasing each other as much as we we do.

[@26NJ]

You all are enjoyable to watch. Yes add baking to your channel. Hot days : pasta with veggies yum

[@eviestas]

I’m Greek American . Love your chicken salad in the pita .

[@sandrap3047]

Love anything Greek! Going to try all of these recipes! Why did I never think of Greek chicken salad? Everything looks delicious! Thanks for sharing!

[@denisedavies5950]

Cut the pita bread in half then open up with your fingers. A pocket for the filling ❤

[@deniseheins2133]

It's 5:30 here in Bluffton, SC and still 96 degrees! We're having Buffalo Chicken Salads 🙂

[@sandradugan7513]

You can slice your parmesan cheese into small squares with your handy dandy shredder with the slicing unit I do it all the time throw it in the oven comes out perfectly crispy and delicious after a couple minutes. That chicken salad looks Divine!