Spanish menu consists of a wide range of dishes prepared from locally produced crops and fresh ingredients available in the local market. Olive oil and garlic are the two basic ingredients used in all Spanish food.  Spanish cuisine also includes a wonderful variety of seafood reflecting its extensive history and culture. Here are some typical Spanish dishes that can provide you a unique experience of Mediterranean diet.

Breakfast Spanish Menu Ideas:

·         Spanish Omelette - it is one of the best known Spanish breakfast dish presented with a lot of variations depending on personal taste. The main ingredients used in the dish are spinach, mushrooms, beans, potatoes, mayonnaise, butter, tomatoes and egg.

·         Spanish mixed Salad - This is a healthy way to start your morning! Grated carrots, lettuce, tomatoes, onions, green olives, vinegar and olive oil mixed together make it a perfect healthy dish to start your day.

·         Cheese Frittata - a well-liked, nutritious, easy to prepare breakfast item, mainly prepared from cheese. The other ingredients in this classic Spanish version include tomatoes, oregano, pepper, garlic powder, eggs and parsley.

Spanish Menu Ideas for Lunch:

·         Spanish Spaghetti - This spicy, baked Spanish dish is an all-time favorite pasta item. Boiled pasta in the dish is mixed with sautéed onions, black olives, garlic powder and sauce. The mixture is then baked in oven and served hot with cheese topping.

·         Spanish Chickpea -  Another awesome vegetarian Spanish Main course mainly prepared from eggplant, chickpea, onions, cloves, paprika, lemon juice, parsley and cayenne.

·         Spanish Macaroni Casserole - a fantastic combination of beef, macaroni, spaghetti sauce and cheese makes the dish addictive.

 Spanish Menu Ideas for Dinner:

·         Paella-a delightful Spanish dish, marinated chicken pieces are fried and cooked with artichokes, shrimp, clams, saffron and pimiento.

·         One Spanish Rice with Pork - a simple , enjoyable Spanish dish where pork cubes  are cooked on medium heat with garlic, onions, oregano, cumin, pepper flakes, paprika, rice and chicken broth.

·         Bayou Pan - kidney beans, bacon, onion and rice are cooked together and served hot making it an ideal supper dish.

Dessert Spanish Menu Ideas:

·         Spanish Cake - yummy cake served in layers. The layer in the bottom of the dish features sponge cake pieces topped up with slices of fresh fruits and then again smooth custard prepared of flour, orange juice, egg and vanilla extract.

·         Orange lemon Spanish Cream-a perfect and ideal dessert to be shared with family and friends prepared from milk, orange rind, gelatin and sugar.

·         Patio-an authentic Spanish dessert where rice is cooked with vanilla extract and butter and served chilled with a topping of sour cream, maple syrup, brown sugar and pieces of berries.

·         Apricot Spanish Cream- apricot, sugar, gelatin, dry milk and egg yolks are cooked together and served chilled.

Try out any of these Spanish menu items - I am sure, you are going to love them!

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