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As is usual when preparing Greek soups, the olive oil gets added at the very end. (A great choice for vegetarians and vegans as well.) Turks cuisine YOUTU.BE Argiro Spyrogianni, Greece Argiro Spyrogianni, Greece Custard-Filled Phyllo Pastry (Galaktoboureko) Steve Outram / Getty Images In Greek: γαλακτομπούρεκο, say: ghah-lahk-toh-BOO-reh-koh One of the most famous Greek desserts, galaktoboureko is a delightful milk and egg custard wrapped in thin sheets of phyllo dough and baked to a golden brown. It's a traditional Greek sweet, soaked in a light lemony syrup after baking. A true special occasion dish. Greek Mussaka recipe Ingredients Vegetables: 3 medium or 2 large red potatoes, sliced 1/4-inch thick Salt 1 medium eggplant 2 tablespoons olive oil 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper Meat Sauce: 1 onion, chopped Salt 1 tablespoon olive oil 8 ounces ground beef 2 teaspoons dried oregano 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg 3 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 cup red wine One 8-ounce can tomato sauce Argiro Spyrogianni, Greece Bechamel: Chickpea Soup (Revithosoupa) 4 cups milk, heated to very warm in microwave In Greek: ρεβιθόσουπα, say: reh-vee-THOH-soo-pah Chickpeas (garbanzo beans) are a Greek favorite, used in salads, dips, and other dishes as well as this fabulous soup. Deceptively simple, this delicious soup is a wonderful warming dish made with chickpeas and onion (carrots optional). A dash of olive oil and lemon juice give it that authentic Greek taste. 5 tablespoons butter 5 tablespoons our 3/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg Vegetable oil, for greasing 3/4 cup grated Parmesan Directions For the vegetables: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Cook the potato slices for 5 minutes (do not cook longer) in