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Inherited from Spain, this codfish dish is a favorite of the Mexicans.

This simple recipe will have you making this scrumptious side dish that is great to serve when having guests over for dinner.

Classic rich cheesecake studded with mini chocolate chips.

An easy way to make a delicious Spanish paella that has chicken, seafood, and lots of veggies.

Note: 15 bean mixtures are available packaged in supermarkets and health food stores. If you prefer, make your own by combining equal amounts of dried blackeyed peas, red kidney beans, white kidney beans (cannellini), green lentils, split peas, black beans, yellow split peas, navy beans, cranberry (Roman, shell, or shell out) beans, great Northern beans, pinto beans, small white limas, red lentils, cow peas (field peas), and pink beans. Avoid using beans such as garbanzos and large lima beans, as these take longer to cook than other varities.

Asparagus, tofu, and bell pepper are stir-fried in a Chinese based garlic-ginger-soy sauce. It's packed with deliciousness and goodness.

Chicken with fresh tomatoes,herbs,black olives, mushrooms,bell peppers,onions,and garlic,served over brown rice. Wonderful fresh taste.

It might seem a little odd, but this soup is so flavorful and easy to make! My daughter even loves it :) 3 simple ingredients that's it. 1 bag 15 bean soup dry (rinse and soak in pot of water overnight) 1 can of Rotel (I use mild for a little kick) 1 packet of dry ranch dressing mix. Soak beans overnight, then bring beans and about 6-8 cups water to a boil. Add can of Rotel and ranch mix to pot and simmer for 2-3 hours.

Let this tantalizing dish simmer in your crockpot while you take a siesta to get away from the kids.

Succulent chicken breast is served on top of salad greens, fresh herbs and gorgonzola cheese tossed with a simple lemon vinaigrette.