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Potatoes Bravas/Tapas

Serve these smoky potatoes hot, paired with a cold glass of wine or beer.   *See also steamed clams with garlic, garlic shrimp/tapas and jamon serrano and manchego cheese sandwiches Top off with a dab of creme fraiche or garlic aoili. 

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Garlic Shrimp/Tapas

This recipe is for one serving - multiple by the number of guests you are serving. Serve hot, paired with a cold glass of wine or beer.   *See also, steamed clams with garlic, potatoes bravas/tapas and jamon serrano and manchego cheese sandwiches

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Ful Mudammas (Fava Bean dip)

This is what we are all going for...a dish that's simple, healthy, easy and delicious.  Ful (pronounced "fool") has only 5 ingredients and takes only minutes to prepare. It’s nothing more than some mashed fava beans with lemon, garlic, parsley, and a chili. The flavors combined will leave your taste buds feeling satisfied.  Canned fava beans are common at Middle Eastern grocery stores. 

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