GREEK DILLED PEAS, POTATOES & CARROTS

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This dish is among the "Lathera" meaning cooked in oil (olive oil), spring, summer & early Fall, favorites. Usually meatless dishes cooked in a olive oil based sauce including tomatoes & garlic. Especially appreciated during Lent when meat and dairy products are traditionally restricted. I find it to be easier when using frozen...

Provided by Maria *

Categories     Casseroles

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 c olive oil
3 green onions, finely chopped
3 carrots, thinly sliced
1 lb potatoes, cut into chuncks or small round
4 tomatoes, grated
1 c water
1 bunch large, dill (about 1/4 lb) finely chopped (or 5-6 tablespoons of dried dill weed
2 lb frozen peas
salt & pepper to taste

Steps:

  • 1. In a saucepan, saute the green onions in the olive oil until transparent. Add the carrots & potatoes saute for a couple of minutes. Then add the peas & dill, saute for another 4-5 minutes. Finally add the tomatoes and water.
  • 2. Simmer, half covered for about 30 minutes or until peas are tender and most of the liquid has evaporated. At this point you should have a nice thick tomato sauce. Season with salt, pepper to taste.
  • 3. Serve hot or at room temperature with Feta cheese on the side if you like. Don't forget the fresh bread to dip in the yummy tomato sauce. Kali Orexi! Enjoy!

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