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"A Spanish vegetable stew delicately seasoned with sherry and paprika. We
recommend using sweet Hungarian paprika for the best flavor. Seasonal
vegetables such as asparagus, fresh tomatoes or green beans can be added or
substituted for some of those suggested here."
1 - 2 onions (1 1/2 - 2 cups sliced
3 garlic cloves
2 medium carrots (about 1 1/2 cups sliced)
1 large potato (about 2 cups diced)
1 tablespoon paprika
2 bay leaves
pinch of cayenne
2 cups hot water (use liquid from canned artichokes and add water to make 2
cups)
1/2 cup dry sherry
1/2 teaspoon salt or to taste
1/2 pound mushrooms
1 red bell pepper
5 artichokes (1 - 14 ounce can, water pack)
1 cup fresh or frozen green peas
(Directions in next message)
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