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Spain, officially Reino de España the Kingdom of Spain is a Parliamentary Democracy and Constitutional Monarchy situated in the region of Europe that the United Nations defines as 'Southern Europe'. The original inhabitants of Spain were the Basque, Celts and the Iberians. It was subsequently colonized by the Carthaginians and later included as part of Rome after the second Punic Wars (circa 208 BCE). After the fall of Rome, Spain became part of the Germanic territories in Europe. Later it was conquered by Muslim invaders though the Chrstian leaders of the North eventually rolled-back Muslim rule until the entirety of Spain came under Christain rule in 1492. This conicided with the discovery of the New World, when Spain became Europe's dominant power. But internal and external wars eventually diminished Spain's status eventually allowing for a French invasion during the 19th century. In the early 20th century a devastating civil war led to dictatorial rule, though democracy was restored in 1978. Spain is now one of the econimic powerhouses of Europe. The officila language is Spanish (Castillian) though other languages are recognised as regional languages (these include Aranese, Basque, Catalan and Galician). Though 76% of Spaniards identify themselves as Catholic, almost 54% of these have never gone to church and it seems that Spain is becoming an increasingly secular society. Spain is the world's eighth largest economy and the fifth largest in Europe. It is a member of the European Union, which it joined on January 1st 1986 and of NATO. Spain also maintains its special relationship with Latin America and has sought to link the Iberian peninsula with Latin America through language, commerce, history and culture. Spain has a long and diverse culinary history, and the country as a whole has a great variety of very diverse dishes in its culinary repertoire. These reflect the differences in Spanish geography, culture, history and climate. As a whole, however, the contry's cuisine is heavily influenced by seafood, which reflects its coatal waters and the country's Medditeranean roots (from the Carthaginians to the Romans). Spain's cuisine is trly unique and only the country's relative isolation during its period of non-democratic rule have prevented this from being generally considered as one of the world's great cuisines. |
The alphabetical list of recipes from Spain follows (limited to 100 recipes per page). There are 31 recipes in total:
| Arroz Español (Spanish Rice) Origin: Spain | Eggs Flamenco Origin: Spain | Poularde à la D'Albufera (Chicken Albufera) Origin: Spanish |
| Asparagus in Orange Sauce Origin: Spanish | Empaandillas de Chorizo (Small Chorizo Pastries) Origin: Spain | Saffron and Fig Risotto Origin: Spain |
| Barcos de Anchoas a la Sevillana (Sevillan Anchovy Boats) Origin: Spain | Fish Espagnole Origin: Spain | Saffron Seafood Linguine Origin: Spain |
| Blood Orange Granita Origin: Spain | Fresh Tomato Salsa Origin: Spanish | Sangria Origin: Spanish |
| Bulgar-stuffed Red Peppers Origin: Spain | Gallego Español (Spanish Chicken) Origin: Spain | Spanish Chicken Casserole Origin: Spain |
| Bunuelitos de Bacalao (Cod Fritters) Origin: Spain | Gazpacho Soup Origin: Spain | Spanish Custard Flummery Origin: Spain |
| Bunuelitos de Jamon (Ham Fritters) Origin: Spain | Marmitako (Tuna Stew) Origin: Spain | Tapeande Origin: Spain |
| Bunuelitos de Pollo (Chicken Fritters) Origin: Spain | Paella a la Alicantina Origin: Spain | Vieras a la Gallega (Scallops in Mustard Oil) Origin: Spain |
| Caldo Gallego (Hot Spanish Chicken Soup) Origin: Spain | Paella Valencia Origin: Spanish | White Sangria Origin: Spain |
| Caracoles con Frijoles Colorados (Snails with Red Beans) Origin: Spain | Pavón à la D'Albufera (Turkey Albufera) Origin: Spanish | |
| Cucumber Soup Origin: Spanish | Pistachio Nut Pâté Origin: Spain |
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Chicken is perhaps one of the most versatile meats available to the cook. Partly because chickens grow quickly but also because chicken meat, if cooked properly, remains tender and succulent during the cooking process. Chicken also lends itself to a vast array of cooking methods from stewing to roasting. Here you will learn a little about chickens and chicken meats along with two classic chicken recipes.
Pastry is one of the most basic components of cooking, needed for pies, tarts and cake bases of many types. It originates in the ancient method of applying a paste of flour and water to baked meats to protect them in the fire. But, in the Middle Ages fats were added and modern pastry was born. Learn a little about the different pastry types and see a recipe for a traditional classic flaky pastry.
This article gives an introduction to the history of that classic breakfast food, the waffle, starting form the Medieval European origins to the invention of the classic American waffle. Recipes for traditional and chiffon waffles are also given as well as some ideas of how to adapt and very these classic recipes.
Nigeria has a very vibrant and dynamic culture and this is reflected in the country's food. Staples remain stews ('soups' in West African parlance) and staples based on grains, cassava flour and millet. Here you will see two authentic Nigerian recipes to help you gain a flavour for this country's cuisines.
Ghana is one of the most fertile and productive of West African countries. It is also the inheritor nation of the Ga and Ashanti poeples, ancient rulers of West Africa. The cuisines of Ghana are diverse and characterized by he use of chillies, native spices and boiled eggs in the cooking. Here you will find two typical Ghanaian recipes.
Rather than being a British or English invention, Chutneys originated in India and were re-worked during the 18th century as a means of preserving autumn fruit and vegetables. Here you get a recipe for a classic Indian chatni and a British chutney so you can see how one evolved into the other.
Mushrooms are an amazing foodstuff, neither plant nor animal but a whole kingdom of life all their own. Though many mushrooms are cultivated the vast majority can only be found in the wild. Here you find recipes for both wild and cultured mushrooms so that you can know how to get the best out of them...
Spices are an ubiquitous component of our daily lives. Learn here why black pepper is such an important spice and why the age-old quest for spices is a search for a black pepper replacement.
With Autumn approaching, the mind naturally turns to how best to preserve the season's glut of fruit for the coming winter. One of the best preservation methods is to turn the fruit into jams and jellies, which will last you through the winter and well into the following spring. Here you will learn the secrets of making perfect jams and jellies with grape jam being used as an example.
Liberia is a West African country formed by freed slaves. It is one of only two African countries never to have come under European rule. Liberia is also one of the few African countries with a tradition of baking. Sitting alongside these are ingredients sourced directly from the rainforest.