Archive:  October, 2007

Gambas al ajillo (2)

Gambas al Ajillo

In Spanish Food On October 30, 2007 2 Comments

Gambas al Ajillo – Sizzling Garlic Shrimp Gambas al Ajillo are one of Spain’s most popular tapas. The secret to success is very fragrant olive oil that is… Read More »

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Paella Valenciana

In Paellas On October 28, 2007 1 Comment

Paella Valenciana – Classic Valencian Paella According to the traditionalists in Valencia, Paella Valenciana, is the only paella dish that can be legitimately called paella. It consists of… Read More »

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Arroz Cremoso con Idiazabal

In Rice & Pasta On October 28, 2007 0 Comments

Arroz Cremoso con Idiazabal – Creamy Smoked Cheese Risotto Spain, like the rest of the world, has eagerly embraced Italian dishes, especially risotto. In the Basque Country, a… Read More »

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Pollo al Ajillo

In Spanish Food On October 27, 2007 0 Comments

Pollo al Ajillo – Garlic Chicken Pollo al Ajillo is most popular in central Spain, and is served best with french fries. Preparation: Place the chicken in a… Read More »

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Let’s have a Tapas party!

In Tapas On October 27, 2007 2 Comments

Tapas can be as simple as small plates of store-bought olives, anchovies, fried almonds, chorizo slices, and piquillo peppers passed around with pre-dinner drinks. Or they can make… Read More »

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Patatas Bravas

In Tapas On October 26, 2007 1 Comment

Patatas Bravas – Crisp Potatoes with Spicy Tomato Sauce Patatas Bravas is a classic Spanish tapas recipe, served in bars all over Spain. Bravas (meaning fierce) refers to… Read More »