Recipes for Main Courses

A Mediterranean masterpiece on a slice of crusty bread! Preparation is deceptively simple given the depth of flavor it delivers. The salty, sweet, herbaceous, creamy, crunchy combination is utterly beguiling. This light but satisfying open-face sandwich will transport you to a seaside café where you can see the sunlight glinting on the water and ta...

Make this for 2 or make this for 20! Try our flavor-packed take on the 7-Layer Dip – done the Med Way. A little fresher, a little healthier, with a lot of deliciousness to discover and devour! This dish is great for game day, potlucks, and backyard cookouts. It checks all the flavor and texture boxes we know and love in a 7-layer dip – just with ma...

Fresh warm crepes are impossible to resist. Filling and drizzling them with a chocolate hazelnut spread makes them absolutely swoon-worthy! That beloved childhood favorite is never far from our fondest food memories. And Wildfare has its own extraordinary version! Less sugar and more flavor. Our Hazelnut Butter with Cocoa spread is better than any ...

Do you ever wish it were possible to be whisked away to a charming little bistro for a beautiful little meal, where you could enjoy a memorable little break in a hectic day during which you could savor a sense of place and watch the world go by? Make a classic Salade Lyonnaise. Simple. Elegant. A perfect combination of slightly bitter endive, salty...

Thanksgiving is over, but the attitude of gratitude lingers. Maybe some of your guests are lingering too. This is a perfect time to use your Thanksgiving leftovers to make a simply delicious frittata. You can respect the essence of the big meal and easily use what remains of it to create a marvelous breakfast, brunch, lunch, or dinner. Whatever you...

After the rich, bountiful food that defines the Thanksgiving meal tradition, a salad may be in order. But there are still leftovers – and they are tempting. Fear not, turkey and dressing can make their way into a delicious Caesar Salad that is still reminiscent of the feast, but a little lighter. You will be amazed at how flavorful croutons can be ...

This is a seasonal showstopper! Small pie pumpkins stuffed with flavorful Ajvar-sauced orzo and creamy, cheesy shrimp. The tastes, the textures, the aromas – everything you desire is packed into this one dish. And the dish itself is a roasted pumpkin! If you prefer a vegetarian version, use mushrooms instead of shrimp.

If this sounds like an odd combination, please suspend your misgivings long enough to read this recipe. Seafood, citrus and olives love each other. This is a Mediterranean classic that might just be your next favorite dish that surprises and impresses. And if cooking a raw octopus seems a bit daunting, don’t worry, you can buy quality cooked octopu...

Minimal ingredients. Maximum taste! Shrimp cocktail is always a favorite. Plump, snappy shrimp smelling and tasting of the sea dipped into a sumptuous sauce with a bit of a kick! The Ajvar is a fire roasted red pepper sauce with serious depth of flavor – a wonderful base to this Mediterranean twist on a classic shrimp cocktail sauce. This dish is a...

Chicken on the grill! It’s a sure sign of summer, but there is nothing wrong with starting early and going well into autumn. And when it’s just too cold to grill outside, a stove-top grill pan will help assuage those impossible to ignore cravings for BBQ chicken. Great for backyard gatherings, easy to take on picnics. It’s a soul satisfying classic...

Vegetables deliver the bounty of the season! This preparation brings a fresh, colorful, but still grilled, counterpoint to all the protein typically prepared during a backyard barbeque. It’s a tasty way to get your veg in. Beautiful as a main or side.

Tempeh is so versatile! If you’ve never grilled it, give it a try. It’s wonderful! The preparation is as simple as it gets and the grilling time is quick. This grilled and saucy tempeh can be placed on rolls and served as a sandwich or served with grilled veggie skewers or grilled hearts of romaine drizzled with Wildfare EVOO and Balsamic Vinegar.

Shrimp – a perfect package of seafood splendor! These grilled shrimp barbeque skewers are the answer the call for a quick weeknight meal, or a weekend gathering, or a simple but delicious appetizer. Shrimp are the stars at parties of all sizes. Try this variation. Very quick! Very tasty!

Barbequed ribs are great any time but are particular favorites during grilling season. They take a while if you are a fan of the “low and slow” cooking method, but once you bite into that first rib, hot off the grill, slathered in BBQ sauce, the time spent melts away with the recognition it was all worth it.

1 rack of baby back or spareribs can ...

You can buy any number of prepared sauces, but why not try making your own? Here’s a recipe that is unfussy, uncomplicated, and unbelievable! Made with pantry pull ingredients, it couldn’t be easier – and you are in control. No artificial flavors or colors and no preservatives. BBQ sauce is a finessed balance of heat, sweet, and tang. It’s also per...

This is a warm, cozy one pot wonder made so easy by the delicious culinary multi-tasker that is Ajvar. The beautiful fire-roasted red peppers are the star ingredient in the sauce and they impart immediate depth to the entire dish. Days long flavor developed in about an hour.

Meatballs are hard to resist, especially this very Mediterranean version. Rich in flavor and loaded with herbs and spices. The lemony sumac in the meatballs complements the lemon stuffed olives perfectly – these two bite-sized beauties were meant to be together. Pop a meatball in your mouth, then pop an olive in your mouth. Let the marriage of tast...

Sumptuous but stress-free turkey! The set-up time is minimal, and the bird will roast while you are busy attending to the side dishes and making sure your guests are finding the small appetizers and pre-dinner drinks. (Note: pitcher or punch bowl drinks are make-ahead and mixed as you prefer. You needn’t set up an open bar that may need tending.) A...

Feeling the need for a flavorful, robust, but veggie-forward dish that can hold up to all the protein and carbs that come with seasonal feasts? This dish rounds out the menu beautifully - and can also take on the role of a main all by itself. It’s luxurious. It’s colorful. It’s abundance on a plate!

Do you think it’s a lost cause getting your kiddo to try seafood – much less, clams? Let’s try something. Here is a clever and cute incentive for the young ones to at least try something perhaps they normally would not. And if it doesn’t work, that means more pasta in clam sauce for you, and a fun family craft for everyone. No one loses!

All four seasons in one pizza! This pizza is a celebration of the seasons. It is a diverse flavor powerhouse all within the space of one humble disc of dough. A quadrant is dedicated to each season. Spring celebrates the artichoke. Summer delivers the essence of tomato. Autumn wraps us in a cozy combination of mushrooms and garlic. And winter entre...

Autumn issues in the season for cozy comfort food. Enter Chicken Pot Pie. The origins go back to ancient times. There is great wisdom in using what is in season and what is available – using scraps and bits to create an economical, delicious, crave-worthy dish. Nothing wasted. Nothing wanted. It’s a good philosophy for cooking. And for living.

A perfect brunch, lunch, or dinner. Serve with a green salad. You’ve got a bistro classic with a very distinctive Mediterranean flair!

Tired of being in the same old seasoning slump for your baked or grilled chicken? Keep that jar of olive brine once you’ve eaten all those delicious olives. You can use it to infuse amazing flavor into chicken. And the brine is already made for you!

Perfect for breakfast. Amazing at brunch. Elegant but easy!

This simple but delicious dish will transport you to a perfectly gorgeous Mediterranean summer day. It is a beloved and ubiquitous tapas dish, great on its own, paired with other tapas, or served as a side.

The multi-use, versatility-VIP preparation known as Ajvar is a serious time saver in this recipe. By marinating and grilling the snapper in Ajvar, we have cut down 13 ingredients to one and saved about an hour of time. More time for you to enjoy the outdoors, friends, and family!

Minimal ingredients. Super easy. Extremely flavorful. Leftovers almost always guaranteed (and that’s a good thing!)

Step one: Do not be intimidated. This is a classic dish but simplified. Duck breasts are easy to cook, and the pan sauce is a breeze.

An easy entrée or side dish! Grilled polenta is nestled in a bed of fire roasted red pepper and eggplant sauce and olives. Delizioso!

A bit of preparation for the dish, then a few hours of unbelievable savory, beefy aromatherapy as the ribs braise to melt-in-your-mouth deliciousness!

Simple, Satisfying, Shatta-riffic!

A wonderful dish for your Meatless Mondays!

This quintessential Mediterranean meal has all of the rich flavors you would expect, enhanced by the sweet and tangy deliciousness of our Sun-Dried Tomato Strips. Hearty enough for cold winter nights, but light enough for backyard summer grilling. A dish for all seasons!

Nothing beats a good spaghetti and meatball dinner. Our recipe is rich in flavor from Semi Sun Dried Cherry Tomatoes. Paired with colossal Italian meatballs (a recipe passed down from a Nonna we love), this dinner is quick, delicious, and always a favorite!

Cevapcici is a traditional meatball, like kofta or köfte, made with a mix of several meats. We use an authentic Croatian recipe of ground lamb, pork, and beef, and pair it with our wildly irresistible Wildfare Fire Roasted Red Pepper Ajvar (mild or spicy!). Serve it with flatbread, sliced tomato, and onion for a delicious dinner. Pro tip: make a bu...

Introducing a crave-worthy dinner that your family and friends will love! Featuring our delicious organic red pepper pasta (which by the way has zero artificial flavors and colors!) that’s specially made in small batches with lots of love. Paired with a wonderful cream sauce and served next to beautiful Bohemian steak, this dinner is sure to please...

Sunday mornings call for a delicious, slightly sweet treat for breakfast - crêpes filled with our luxurious pistachio butter! We mix it with mascarpone cheese for creaminess and confectioner’s sugar for a little more hint of sweetness. This recipe is sure to become your go-to for a special breakfast or brunch!

When you’re craving comfort food, we’ve got you covered with this easy Eggplant Parmesan recipe! We’ve paired it with our Fire Roasted Red Pepper Ajvar (we prefer the hot variety, but mild works too). Before preparing eggplant parm, one must first ask oneself ‘to FEB, or not to FEB?’, a very profound question indeed. Coating in flour, egg, and brea...

A beautiful white fish is the perfect canvas for our vibrant and delicious savory Pistachio Pesto Finishing Sauce! Our fish of preference is halibut, but this would also be great with haddock or hake. Rich, creamy, and slightly salty, our Pistachio Pesto Finishing Sauce elevates any seafood dish - try it and we promise you’ll be hooked!

Our delicious, slightly sweet beetroot pasta is packed with flavor, enhanced and balanced by the rich texture and savory taste of our Pistachio Pesto Finishing Sauce. Simple ingredients so you know exactly what you’re eating! Pair it with grilled pork chops for a satisfying and hearty dinner.

Comfort food fans, this one is for you! We made it easy to enjoy the simple pleasure of carb consumption. Classic ziti is kicked up a notch with our Shatta hot sauce, then baked with your favorite pasta sauce until golden with perfectly salty grated Pecorino Romano, creamy ricotta, and shredded mozz and provolone to make an ooey, gooey, and satisfy...

Halloumi cheese is a traditional Mediterranean cheese bursting with salty flavor and with a perfect crunchy exterior when grilled! We’ve concocted this simple and delicious small plate by adding cherry tomatoes, our robust Early Harvest EVOO, our sweet and sour Pomegranate Dressing, and a hint of za’atar and fresh mint. Perfect as a refreshing lunc...

Who doesn’t love a good, relaxed weekend brunch? Add flavor and color to your table with classic waffles topped with our tangy Pomegranate Dressing! We love it sprinkled with fresh pomegranate arils and dusted with confectioner’s sugar for an added pop of sweetness. This one is sure to be a weekend go-to!

A good brunch is something we don’t take lightly! Bring the warm Mediterranean to your brunch table with this easy and mouthwatering Shakshuka dish. We use our Shakshuka Bruschetta and crack a couple of eggs over the top to create the perfect savory breakfast bite!

This satisfying, easy to prepare dish is bursting with flavor! Wholesome bulgur wheat gently kissed by olive oil is enhanced by the sweetness of the dried figs, apricots, and dates, and the nutty crunch of the pistachios, pine nuts, and almonds. Perfect as a simple dinner accompanied by creamy Greek yogurt or as a weekday lunch on the go!

As a lean cut, pork tenderloin doesn’t bring a lot of flavor to the table. But when stuffed with a sweet-and-savory sauté of Wildfare Dried Apricots, shallot, garlic, hazelnuts, spinach, and rosemary, it’s a sensational sweet-and-savory centerpiece for any holiday, dinner party, or weeknight dinner.

This delectable dish packs serious olive flavor, and is a sure way to spruce up your weeknight dinner repertoire! The name is fancy, but the preparation is simple! Just cook one bag of our Vegan and Organic Olive Fettuccine, add one jar of our Olive Bruschetta, pair it with your favorite meat (we’re partial to lamb!), and you have a satisfying and ...

This flavorful twist on a classic dish, shrimp scampi, is sure to please your palate! Our delicious Fire Roasted Eggplant Bruschetta’s subtle smokiness pairs harmoniously with the scampi in this simple to prepare yet impressively elegant starter! Bursts of flavor from our Pomegranate Dressing and Pistachio Pesto Finishing Sauce take the shrimp to t...

When you want a quick and tasty seafood dish, our Shrimp Puttanesca hits the target! Our rich and robust puttanesca-style sauce is made with flavorful Semi Sun Dried Cherry Tomatoes, a tablespoon or two of Shatta Hot Sauce, and our Wood-Fired Green Olive Salad and pairs perfectly with the shrimp. We enjoy it with orecchiete, which fills with the sa...

What is the weather like? How is your appetite? Don’t have a lot of time for meal prep? Take a beautifully prepared base ingredient (like Wildfare's Aegean Olive Salad), combine it with other great ingredients to make it your own, and you have a fabulous dish! Main or side! Hot or cold! Whatever makes you happy!

Even people who say they don’t like brussels sprouts will have a tough time turning away from this version. Perfectly roasted and finished with dried figs, crispy pancetta, walnuts, fresh thyme, and blue cheese, this dish is an elegant side, or simply a meal unto itself.