Olla Gitana (Gypsy Soup)

January 18, 2010 By 2 Comments
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Olla Gitana is a typical soup of Murcia in the South East of Spain. Its combination of ingredients makes it practically a meal in its own right - and it is absolutely delicious and extremely filling. It can be served with or without the addition of pork - and although many of the more traditional ingredients rule out this rich stew for vegetarians - with some careful fiddling it could be made suitable. Packed with beans and vegetables it is truly one of the best spanish stews / soups I have … [Read more...]

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Dwarfed Beans with Ham

May 10, 2007 By Leave a Comment

A light meal or side dish, these beans are simple but exceptionally tasty. Ingredients: Olive Oil 2 handfuls of Dwarf Beans, 2 tomatoes, diced 1 Onion, sliced 1 Clove Garlic 1 Slice of Jamon Serrano / Lonchego [or any you like] Method: Heat some olive oil in a pan, throw all the ingredients in and lightly fry for around ten minutes until beans are done to your liking. Season with Salt & freshly ground black pepper. Its that simple. … [Read more...]

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Homemade Baked Beans

April 29, 2007 By 1 Comment
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Well, in a manner of speaking. This is my recipe for beans, as a healthier low sugar / salt alternative to the shop bought brands. My beans are packed with vegetables for a really tasty but healthy alternative to the much loved favourite - baked beans! Ingredients 3 cups of dried Haricot Beans or 2 tins 1 Stick of Celery, finely diced 1 Onion, finely diced 1 Carrot, finely diced 2 Cloves of Garlic, fine 2 Fresh Tomatoes, finely chopped 1 250ml Carton of Tomato Frito / Pasata or sieved … [Read more...]

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Fabada

November 23, 2006 By Leave a Comment
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Today I am attempting to introduce a little of Spain into my house by cooking a traditional fabada. Fabada is probably the second most famous Spanish dish after Paella, and I was taught by my ex amigos mama - the scariest women I have ever met. She was however a fantastic cook and I will forever be greatful for giving me this recipe. It is wonderful served on the day, but I do find that a second portion warmed up the following day has a wonderful depth of flavour. Ingredients : 4/6 … [Read more...]

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