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Unique Fruit & Vegetables from Spain by Monica Galan
London, England, GB
Read More...Now that I live away from Spain, what I miss most is the fruit and vegetables, specially some varieties you can only find there.
We are very lucky to have amazing heirloom vegetables and fruit. They make great ingredients in the Mediterranean diet, they are tasty and unique, especially when collected at the peak of they ripeness.
There are many other veggies and fruits I left out, for instance, borage is very popular where I was brought up, Aragon.
When I read the description of the contest, and I thought about home flavors, it came to my mind the sweetness of juicy peaches, fresh salads with roasted piquillos, a cold melon left in a stream to get cold for dessert after a picnic… I did some research on Spanish fruits and vegetables, and surprisingly, I could find much information or any map on the subject! -
Iberico De Bellota Jamon by Cathy Hunt
Cleveland, OH, US
Read More...We visited Barcelona a while back and fell in love with everything, including the jamon. Eaten by itself, or along with spanish olives, manchego cheese, bread and olive oil, it's heavenly!
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Tostada con tomate by Mira Paradies
DE
Read More...One of the most convincing combinations of simplicity and tastefulness is the Spanish version of breakfast: toasted bread, soaked with olive oil and topped with fresh tomato puree + salt is the perfect way to begin a day. It has everything: crunchy, warm, fruity, fresh and healthy – and with an extra slice of jamon iberico it is a delicacy.
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Andalucia life by Esther Mols
Kleve, NRW, DE
Read More...Fave memory. Another food memory from Spain. In 2002 i lived in La Herradura for almost a year. I had the best time with lots of wine, sangria, fish and prawns.
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NEW Contest!
In honor of World Pulses Day we are hosting a $4,000 Illustration Contest sponsored by US Dry Bean Council! All the details are here. Let's all celebrate the humble and heroic BEAN with fabulous recipes and illustrations. Due date for all entries is Feb. 2 at Midnight EST.
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recently added recipes
Tuscan White Bean Skillet by Ashcraftedartwork
Pittsburgh , Pennsylvania , USEasy white bean skillet!
Pita Tostadas by Ashcraftedartwork
Pittsburgh , Pennsylvania , USPita tostadas! Great for entertaining or an easy weeknight meal.
Chickpea Salad Sandwich by Ashcraftedartwork
Pittsburgh , Pennsylvania , USSomething fun for vegetarian kids.. or adults!
Beans and Rice...Simple but sooo good! by Nip Rogers
Lake Placid, New York, USI met and marriage my wife over 7 years ago and life has never been better for both of us. My favorite meal that she learned from her mother is her Beans on Rice recipe. The big secret that makes it taste so good is the coconut milk that she adds right at the end. Yum, so good, I always go back for seconds!
Brazilian Black Beans by Gina M. Brown
Williamsburg, Michigan, USBeans Around The World.
When I was a teenager, my best friend's father flew to Brazil and returned with a Brazilian good luck charm for my charm bracelet. Since that time, I have enjoyed making and eating Brazilian black beans. And I have been fascinated with certain similar shapes that appear in Brazilian imagery, both natural and man-made. I hope you agree!
Heritage Beans by MichelleSolomonArt
Princeton, NJ, USThis illustration highlights the beautiful heirloom / heritage bean varieties that we must work to grow, protect, and enjoy. Their beautiful colors and varieties in taste are special and a unique part of our food heritage.
A celebration of the British baked bean by Kate Cooke
Southampton, Hampshire, GBThe British love their Baked beans and I wanted to celebrate them in all their glory. Their is one particular brand that leads the way in baked bean manufacturing in the UK and has done since 1886. Their factory in Wigan has been producing cans of baked beans since 1946 and is now the largest factory in Europe.
We Brits can't get enough of them- on toast, in a baked potato, or just straight from the can. If ever I want something warm, filling and comforting I reach for the beans, its a delicious, nostalgic big hug in a tin, it even comes with the royal seal of approval!
Black Bean Burger by Lisa Kirkbride
Whitley Bay, Tyne and Wear, GBHealthy and yummy black bean burger - a big hit in our family. Can be made GF by substituting bread crumbs for Gluten Free bread crumbs or blitzed corn crackers, or vegan by omitting the egg. Place in a bun and enjoy with all your favourite toppings.
Build a Bean Bowl! by Rachel Schmiedel
DE, USIn our home, we love to build bean bowls served in a hand glazed pottery bowl. Start with picking a grain such as quinoa or rice and add a half-cup of cooked or canned beans of your choice, toss some leafy greens on, add sautéed onions, shredded carrot, avocado and mushrooms, then top with feta cheese and pumpkin seeds. Next add your choice of seasonings and dressing such as fresh lemon vinaigrette, balsamic vinegar, ginger miso or chipotle ranch, and dive in! Try out different toppings and combinations each time for new fun flavors. We never tire of these bowls!
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