QUICK SPANISH PAELLA

No one wants to slave over a hot stove in Summer temperatures!

But we all like to eat tasty and appealing meals ;-)

This quick recipe fills that bill …

QUICK SPANISH PAELLA ~ Makes 4 servings

¼ teaspoon Salt * 6 ounces long-grain white Rice * 2 TBSP Olive Oil * ½ cup chopped Onion * 3 Garlic cloves, minced * 4 ounces skinless/boneless COOKED Chicken * 2 cans chopped Clams * 1 can chopped Tomatoes * 1/8 teaspoon Turmeric * 5 ounces Shrimp, shelled & deveined * 1 cup frozen Peas * 2 cups Water

Ingredients measured and at hand saves time in the kitchen ...

1. In large non-stick skillet heat the oil on medium heat and saute onions, and garlic.

2. Add rice, water, and salt; bring to a boil – cover, reduce heat, and simmer about 5 minutes.

3. Stir clams, tomatoes, saffron, chicken and peas into the rice mixture; cover and cook over medium-low heat about 10 minutes.

4. Add shrimp; cover and cook 5 to 6 minutes more … or until shrimp are opaque and firm.