Ingredients Chicken portions 1/2 onion 2 cloves garlic 1 bay leaf 1 glass of dry white wine 400gms tin of tomatoes sliced mushrooms 1/2 cup frozen peas olive oil Method Pour olive oil into pot, enough to cover base. Add chopped onions and bay leaf and fry till softened but not brown. Add garlic. Next add chicken portions and lightly colour on both … [Read more...] about Pollo en Salsa de Tomate (Chicken in Tomato Sauce)
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Spanish Food
Spanish Food is among the most popular in Europe. Its variety and simplicity means minimal effort and maximum taste! Ingredients are easy to come by and whether you're interested in cooking a paella or a spanish omelette (tortilla) don't be afraid to give it a try. Depending on which region of Spain you visit you will encounter Spanish food dishes that are practically … [Read more...] about Spanish Food
Albondigas (Savoury Meatballs)….
Moorish in origin, these fragrantly spiced meatballs (Albondigas) are tossed in a paprika-flavoured tomato sauce to make another well-loved tapas bar favourite. Ingredients 300g minced pork (makes about thirty) 3 garlic cloves, crushed 50g dried white breadcrumbs 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon ground coriander 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1 teaspoon ground … [Read more...] about Albondigas (Savoury Meatballs)….
Dehydration Prevention!
August is the hottest month of the year and it is important to adopt certain simple measures to prevent dehydration. Symptoms of dehydration can include thirst, weakness, vomiting, headaches, irritability, dizziness and general unease with a reduction in performance. The following simple steps are recommended to avoid dehydration: 1. Drink fluids even when not thirsty. 2. … [Read more...] about Dehydration Prevention!
Gallina en Pepitoria…chicken fricasee
Ingredients Olive oil 6 Chicken portions 1 small onion 2 Carrots 1 bay leaf 3 cloves garlic nutmeg parsley (fresh or dry) salt and pepper 50grms ground almonds 1/2 pint dry white wine 1 sachet powdered saffron Method Remove skin from chicken, wash and pat dry on kitchen roll. Place on a dish and sprinkle with nutmeg, salt and pepper, chopped … [Read more...] about Gallina en Pepitoria…chicken fricasee