I don’t have much experience with lentils but I know they are often a delicious addition to soups and side dishes. They can take on many lovely flavors and be used as a vegetarian option – we once made delicious lentil stuffed empanadas. It’s unfortunate that the edge of the recipe was cut off completely … Continue reading
Paella is a traditional dish from Spain, well known for having rich flavors and variations. They can be different based on the region of Spain you are in or where the recipe came from. Most typically are seasoned with saffron. These days, saffron is sold in little capsules of a few threads each. This recipe … Continue reading
Not sure what to have for dinner and looking for something different? This might be the way to go. With the exception of the eggs, they are a vegetarian item. There may be a substitution you can use for the binding agent to make this a fully vegetarian item – I’m not familiar though. They … Continue reading
There is a local restaurant that serves green rice, but I don’t think it’s this type. This particular recipe may benefit from the addition of cilantro – it’s your preference. I’d probably top it with cilantro at least. You may also want to replace the Jack cheese with asadero or queso fresco, which are equally … Continue reading
Pilaf is typically a rice dish – sometimes made with wheat in place of rice – typified by cooking the rice with herbs in broth. Sometimes it has meat in it, sometimes it’s just the side dish. It is known for having grains that don’t really stick together and are light and fluffy. In America, … Continue reading
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