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Lamb Tagine

Submitted by: BenevolentEmpress 
This is a traditional Moroccan lamb tagine simmered in numerous spices. Don't let the long ingredients list put you off. If you are missing one or two the dish will still turn out fine. 
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Lithuanian Krupnikas

Submitted by: JoeNaujokas 
Living In: Healdsburg, California, USA
Lithuanian spiced honey liqueur. Serve warm as a traditional Eastern European cold remedy - a quick heat-up in the microwave works great. 

Authentic Paella

Submitted by: ZapnTatersMom 
Living In: Vernal, Utah, USA
Paella is just about the most elegant one-dish meal anywhere, but surprisingly, it is not hard to make. This recipe has seafood and chicken, and those magical saffron threads that provide its fragrant flavor. 

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Mediterranean Seafood Medley

Submitted by: IMANKAY 
Living In: Houston, Texas, USA
Here's an exotic, gourmet dish that will impress everyone. Fennel and shellfish are steamed with an herbed saffron broth, and served along with seared sea bass fillets. It takes some effort to prepare, but your guests will never forget this meal! 
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Carol's Arroz Con Pollo

Submitted by: Carol Alter 
Chicken nestled in a melange of saffron rice, wine, vegetables, onion and garlic. 
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Easy Paella

Submitted by: mls 
In this version of the classic Spanish dish, chicken, chorizo sausage, and shrimp combine with rice simmered in broth and flavored with saffron threads, garlic, onions, red pepper flakes, paprika, and bay leaf. 
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Mexican Rice

Submitted by: ginger 
Saffron gives this special rice a wonderful flavor and color. But there 's also cumin and chili powder to give it a run for its money. All cooks up in one pan and is beautiful and fragrant when served to eight happy guests. 
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Bessy's Zesty Grilled Garlic-Herb Chicken

Submitted by: Mildred Smith 
Saffron, honey, and herbs provide grilled chicken breasts with a rich flavor that is undeniably delicious. 
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Indian Saffron Rice

Submitted by: CookingForDummies 
White rice is sauteed in butter and then simmered with saffron infused water. The secret of obtaining fluffy rice is in having the rice hot enough that when the boiling water is added it does not stop boiling. 
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Chicken Biryani

Submitted by: Nazia 
For a traditional Pakistani/Indian dish, simmer tender morsels of chicken in a creamy, spicy blend of onion, garlic, ginger, turmeric, cumin, tomatoes, yogurt, mint, cardamom and cinnamon. Finish by steaming with fragrant saffron rice and potatoes. 
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Paella I

Submitted by: Christine 
A very traditional paella, garnished with chorizo, chicken, peas, squid, mussels, and shrimp. Chorizo is a sausage spiced with garlic and chili powder; remove casing before cooking. A paella pan is recommended. 
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Chorizo Burger

Submitted by: Q80 BurgerBelly 
An extremely flavorful Spanish style burger made from beef and Spanish chorizo sausage, topped with caramelized onions and smoky red pepper ranch sauce and shavings of Manchego cheese served in sweet brioche buns. 
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English Saffron Bread

Submitted by: GODGIFU 
The exotic scents of saffron and lemon will fill your kitchen when you bake this beautiful braided bread. 
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Bouillabaisse

Submitted by: Mary Young 
This simply prepared fish stew is a classic French recipe from Marseilles. Serve with a slice of hot toast topped with a spoonful of rouille. 
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Indian Rice (Pulao)

Submitted by: Sigrid 
Saffron threads lend a deep, golden color to this spice infused, Indian rice dish. 
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Spicy Thai Vegetable Soup

Submitted by: Krista 
Home Town: Salem, Oregon, USA
Living In: Portland, Oregon, USA
This sweet and spicy soup is filled with exotic flavors, and perfect for warming up on a cold night. 

Risotto alla Milanese

Submitted by: Manuela 
Typical Italian risotto as the tradition of my city wants it. Directly from Milano I send you this wonderful recipe! 

Le Marriage, Alfredo Algerie

Submitted by: ICCANA 
This unique contemporary North African pasta dish combines Algerian, French, and Italian culinary sensibilities into one beautiful pasta featuring a white sauce with bite-sized chicken pieces. 
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Spanish Style White Bean and Sausage Soup

Submitted by: PIPPYMOE 
Living In: Glen Carbon, Illinois, USA
Andouille sausage and kale are great additions to this white bean soup. This soups flavor is blended perfectly. It is a real taste bud pleaser. 
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Paella III

Submitted by: Jenny 
Delicious paella! You could add additional crab, scallops and mussels if you would like. Place them into the casserole dish during step #5. 

 
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