In article >,
Puester > wrote:

> The Ranger wrote:
> > On Mon, 24 Apr 2006 16:32:36 GMT, Puester >
> > wrote:
> >> Portuguese cosido--chicken, shrimp and rice stew
> >
> > Ooooohhhhh.... Got recipe?
> >
> > The Ranger
> > --
>
>
> There's no real recipe.
>
> Chopped chicken (breast or thigh meat) browned lightly with onion,
> garlic, celery and green pepper, them simmered with chopped tomatoes
> (canned is fine) and chicken stock/broth and raw rice. Add whatever
> spices you like--I frequently use curry powder or a bit of cayenne or a
> little oregano, marjoram, or even tarragon. Add more broth, stock or
> water as needed. I've had the original both soupy or dry, depends on
> whose grandma is making it.
>
> When the rice is nearly done, add shrimp and (optional) some small
> chunks of ham or small clams or mussels.
>
> Serve with crusty bread and a salad.
>
> gloria p

Is this like a Poor Woman's Paella? (I've never made paella and am not
sure I've ever eaten it, either.)
--
-Barb
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