Asopao is a Puerto Rican word for a stew thickened with rice, and asopaos of many kinds are very popular in Puerto Rican cuisine. Asopao de gandules is a nice vegetarian option.
Tag: Soups and Stews
Ash-e Jow
This thick soup, or ash, is chock full of nutrients and fiber. A mix of beans, lentils, barley and vegetables, ash-e jow is slow-simmered to make a rich, nourishing, rib-sticking dish.
How to Stir a Pot
What’s the best way to stir a pot? Seems simple, doesn’t it? But there’s actually an old chef’s secret for the best way to mix it up.
The Miracle of the Pressure Cooker
I’ve used my pressure cooker over the years for preserving many a batch of fruits, vegetables and beans, but rarely for cooking dinner. That’s a mistake.
Ärtsoppa
Ärtsoppa is a thick yellow pea soup traditionally served on Thursday evenings in Sweden, along with ham or sausages and pancakes with jam.