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Protein-packed Healthy Snack: Fried Lentils
Join me in my Spanish kitchen while we make fried lentils. A super crunchy snack packed with protein that’s great to serve with drinks or just to have on hand anytime and like a healthy version of M&M candies kids go crazy for these little bits.
Famous Spanish Tapa “Gilda”
In the 1940’s, Spain went crazy for Hollywood bombshell, Rita Hayward, and created a special pintxo, or tapa, called the GILDA. This sassy, spicy tapa was created in 1949 following the movie of the same name that created a worldwide sensation, starring Rita Hayworth as an American hottie in Argentina. It’s fun, it’s fast and […]
Everyday Hummus for Every Day
Learn how to make hummus in a blender in just one minute and you’ll never have a reason NOT to have this incredibly nutritious snack on hand when you’re looking for a little somethin’. If you have a can of chickpeas and a few other pantry staples, you’ll have the fluffiest hummus ever.
Asparagus Tart in Minutes
When you get some help from a frozen sheet of puff pastry, you can put together this elegant appetizer for last minute guests in the last minute!
Wild Mushroom & Egg Tapa
If you love mushrooms, this Spanish tapa from the Basque countryside is an over-the-top winner at any party, It’s rich, packed with tons of umami flavor and it couldn’t be easier to make. Just rustle up some mushrooms from the market or go foraging (but be really really CAREFUL), add some extra virgin olive oil […]
5-Minute Spanish Garlic Shrimp
We’re going to transform this simple bowl of giant shrimp into one of the most iconic tapas in the entire country. Sizzling garlic shrimp is the perfect 5-minute Spanish tapa if you want to be super popular with your guests. If you have a few shrimp in the freezer or fresh from the fridge, some […]
Creamy Chicken Croquetas
You can have mini pot pies in one bite with these famous Spanish croquetas when you use roasted chicken to make these classic Spanish two-bite treats, filled with creamy béchamel sauce and frozen peas – almost like having a miniature chicken pot pie to pop in your mouth! Kids will love them, game day fans […]
Crispy Honey Eggplant Chips
This recipe is the Spanish secret to loving eggplant: 5-Minute Crispy chips hot from the pan and drizzled with honey. Fried Eggplant with Honey otherwise known in Spain as Berenjenas con Miel is a fun and crunchy treat that you can serve as a perfect vegetarian Spanish side dish to a multi-course meal or even […]
Tapas Tour of Spain
Come along with me to enjoy a typical tapas party in Spain. Some require just a little assembly, some need a little help on the grill. All sorts of wonderful dishes, incredible flavors and tons of fun! If you want to learn how to follow the Mediterranean diet and eat the Mediterranean way every day, […]
