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Short of a spring break adventure to some place energetically foreign or exotically new, we can gain plenty of culinary inspiration through a virtual trip that's as close as our own kitchen!
IN THIS ISSUE,we travel to Spain to sample its cuisine.. Join us on our journey as we make a seafood paella, chicken flamenquines, and Catalan meatballs, albondigas. Buen apetito!
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PAELLA PAN |
A broad shallow pan is an essential element for a successful paella. Liquids are easily absorbed and reduced, and a tasty bottom crust is formed. |
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MORTAR & PESTLE |
Saffron is best purchased whole as saffron threads. Crush whole saffron into a powder with a mortar and pestle. Rinse the mortar with hot water and add to the stock. |
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ALL-CLAD 4QT SAUCEPAN |
Keep temperatures consistent at each paella stage. Heat and keep the liquid stock at a simmer. Add hot stock as needed while the rice cooks to al dente tenderness. |
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MEAT MALLET |
Use the smooth side to pound meat into thin pieces; use the nubbly side to tenderize meats. The ergonomic handle makes this mallet easy to handle and use effectively. |
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SPLATTER SCREEN |
Keep your stove and kitchen neat and clean by using a splatter screen when frying. The fine mesh catches flying droplets, while allowing steam to escape. |
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ALL-CLAD SAUTE PAN |
A saute pan provides a broad base for plenty of frying space. Low sides offer easy access for inserting and removing food. Stainless steel makes clean-up easy and quick! |
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SWISS DIAMOND FRY PAN |
A nonstick pan makes frying meatballs easy. The slick surface keeps the delicate balls intact until thoroughly cooked. Heats evenly, PFOA and PFTE-free. |
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WUSTHOF 6" COOK'S KNIFE |
Chopping vegetables to the fine size required for meatballs is a cinch with a sharp cook’s knife. Slice, dice, then chop finely with a cook’s knife. Available in different lengths. |
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HALF SHEET BAKING PAN |
Bake meatballs instead of frying them. A rimmed baking sheet will hold all the meatballs for this recipe. The rim keeps juices under control and the pan easy to handle. |
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Skip the packing, the airport lines, and customs, plan a trip to Spain by way of your own kitchen! Adios!
From all of us at Kitchen Kapers
Copyright 2012 - Acorn Advisors |
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