Clarita's Cocina: Great Traditional Recipes from a Spanish Kitchen

This newly revised edition of this highly regarded Ybor City classic (original edition circa 1952) introduces Clarita Garcia's loyal readers and new friends to tapas - tantalizing hors d'oeuvres that are the mains of Spanish entertaining. Clarita is the doyenne of Spanish/Cuban cuisine in Florida and throughout the U.S. She continues to sprinkle her instructions with charming anecdotes, and countless down-to-earth pointers while offering authentic recipes for Spain's most famous dishes! The result is a truly complete book of SpanishCuban home cooking, a practical and convenient guide for the novice and experienced cook alike. Delectable recipes include Shrimp Creole, Seafood Casserole, Crab Meat Croquettes, Ropa Vieja, Stuffed Peppers Maria, Picadillo, Empanadas, Black beans, and the quintessential Chicken and Yellow rice.
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Clarita's Cocina: Great Traditional Recipes from a Spanish Kitchen

This newly revised edition of this highly regarded Ybor City classic (original edition circa 1952) introduces Clarita Garcia's loyal readers and new friends to tapas - tantalizing hors d'oeuvres that are the mains of Spanish entertaining. Clarita is the doyenne of Spanish/Cuban cuisine in Florida and throughout the U.S. She continues to sprinkle her instructions with charming anecdotes, and countless down-to-earth pointers while offering authentic recipes for Spain's most famous dishes! The result is a truly complete book of SpanishCuban home cooking, a practical and convenient guide for the novice and experienced cook alike. Delectable recipes include Shrimp Creole, Seafood Casserole, Crab Meat Croquettes, Ropa Vieja, Stuffed Peppers Maria, Picadillo, Empanadas, Black beans, and the quintessential Chicken and Yellow rice.
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Clarita's Cocina: Great Traditional Recipes from a Spanish Kitchen

Clarita's Cocina: Great Traditional Recipes from a Spanish Kitchen

by Clarita Garcia
Clarita's Cocina: Great Traditional Recipes from a Spanish Kitchen

Clarita's Cocina: Great Traditional Recipes from a Spanish Kitchen

by Clarita Garcia

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This newly revised edition of this highly regarded Ybor City classic (original edition circa 1952) introduces Clarita Garcia's loyal readers and new friends to tapas - tantalizing hors d'oeuvres that are the mains of Spanish entertaining. Clarita is the doyenne of Spanish/Cuban cuisine in Florida and throughout the U.S. She continues to sprinkle her instructions with charming anecdotes, and countless down-to-earth pointers while offering authentic recipes for Spain's most famous dishes! The result is a truly complete book of SpanishCuban home cooking, a practical and convenient guide for the novice and experienced cook alike. Delectable recipes include Shrimp Creole, Seafood Casserole, Crab Meat Croquettes, Ropa Vieja, Stuffed Peppers Maria, Picadillo, Empanadas, Black beans, and the quintessential Chicken and Yellow rice.

Product Details

ISBN-13: 9780942084757
Publisher: Seaside Publishing
Publication date: 08/31/2013
Edition description: Reprint
Pages: 400
Sales rank: 426,813
Product dimensions: 6.20(w) x 9.20(h) x 0.90(d)

About the Author

Clarita Garcia (1915–2006) came from an impeccable line of Spanish chefs and restaurateurs. Her flavorful dishes could be tasted in her family’s restaurant, Las Novedades, and observed in her witty cooking shows.

Table of Contents

Introduction 7

Tapas 15

Spanish Style Hors d'oeuvres

Aperitivos y Salseos 73

Appetizers and Dips

Sopas y Potajes 91

Soups and Potages

Ensaladas y Aderezos 121

Salads and Dressings

Tortillas y Huevos 149

Omelets and Egg Entrées

Pescados 175

Fish

Polios y Aves 229

Poultry and Game

Carnes y Asados 265

Meats and Roasts

Empanadas y Empanaditas 319

A Spanish Way with Pies

Legumbres 335

Vegetables

Postres y Bebidas 369

Desserts and Beverages

Tapas Index 405

Index 407

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