Greens, I just can't get enough of them. I get captivated at the farmers market by the beautiful colors and depths of green at each stand. Some of my favorite greens are beet tops.The crimson veins bursting through green are nothing short of life, blood... creation. Conceptually, it's one of the most beautiful vegetables I've seen and nutritionally, it's one of the most nutrient dense vegetables.Beet tops are very high in vitamin a. As most greens, they also contain ... continue reading...
Homemade Ghee
Ghee has a rich history in the Indian culture. It has been used nutritionally and religiously for over 2,000 years. A rich, aromatic, clarified butter with a depth of nuttiness.Like any clarified butter, ghee is composed almost entirely of fat. However, as I have discussed before, fats are essential to life and help the body assimilate nutrients. Ghee contains the fat soluble vitamins A, D, E and K.Another nutritional benefit of ghee is that it helps aid in digestion. It ... continue reading...
The Book of Tapas – Fried Green Asparagus with Garlic, Vinegar and Paprika
This is a post that I have been wanting to share for quite some time. I was recently given a copy of The Book of Tapas by Simone and Ines Ortega to review.I was ecstatic to get my hands on a copy of this book! Here's why. Simone Ortega is the original author of 1,080 Recetas De Cocina. The definitive book on traditional and authentic Spanish home cooking. It was first published in 1972 and has been a bestseller for nearly 40 years. This is a book that every ... continue reading...
Monday’s with Mami – Garbanzos Con Espinaca (Spinach)
This is my submission to My Legume Love Affair, hosted by me this month and brought to us by Susan from the Well Seasoned Cook. You have until June 30th to enter :DThis is another traditional Spanish dish that can have many variations. Each family claiming to have the best recipe. This particular recipe is reminiscent of what my family makes, however, my mother did let me know that I forgot the pan frito!! Sorry mami.. I'll add it in the recipe ;)Being that spinach is ... continue reading...
Chipiona, Spain
Upon our return from Granada, we spent another couple of days in Sevilla visiting family and relaxing.Below are a couple of shots of my tita's in Sevilla. Abuela RoraTita Maria, Tita Carlota, Abuela RoraI'm disappointed that I can't find the photos of my Tita Manolita. She is another sister of my tita's above with a wonderful heart. She helped my mother and aunt during the last day's of my grandfather over a year ago. We are excited that her daughters, my mother's cousins, are ... continue reading...
