Dish
Arròs a la cassola
Rice casserole
To make this dish, start by sautéing onions and garlic in olive oil until they are translucent. Add the rice and stir until it is coated with the oil. Add hot chicken broth, one ladle at a time, stirring constantly until the rice is cooked. In a separate pan, sauté butternut squash until it is tender. Finally, add the butternut squash to the rice and stir until it is heated through. Serve hot.
Origins and history
Arròs a la cassola is a traditional Catalan dish that is typically served during the fall and winter months. Butternut squash is a staple ingredient in Mediterranean cuisine and is rich in vitamins and antioxidants.
Dietary considerations
Suitable for: ['Gluten-free', 'Vegetarian']. Suggestions: ['Use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth to make it vegetarian'].
Variations
Variations of this dish can include adding other vegetables, such as mushrooms or spinach. Some recipes also call for using different types of rice, such as Bomba or Calasparra.
Presentation and garnishing
['Garnish with chopped parsley and lemon wedges']
Tips & Tricks
['Add a pinch of saffron to the rice while it is cooking to make the dish extra flavorful']
Side-dishes
['Cava, a traditional Catalan sparkling wine']
Drink pairings
['Serve with a glass of Cava, a traditional Catalan sparkling wine']
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