SPANISH WIDOWED POTATOES

By BobD

Ingredients

• "Widowed" Potatoes (Patatas Viudas)
• 1 head garlic (about 15 cloves), peeled
• 2 lbs (900 g) potatoes, peeled and coarsely chopped
• 1 lb (450 g) tomatoes, peeled and chopped
• 1 green bell pepper, cored, seeded, and chopped
• 1 onion, sliced
• 2 cups (500 ml) water or chicken stock
• 1 Tbs (15 ml) red wine vinegar
• 1/2 tsp (2 ml) dried oregano
• 1/2 tsp (2 ml) paprika
• 1 bay (laurel) leaf
• Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
• 1/4 cup (60 ml) extra-virgin olive oil
• Chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Details

Servings 4

Preparation

Step 1

Saute the cloves of garlic in a dry skillet over moderate heat until
golden brown on all sides.

Place the potatoes, tomatoes, bell pepper,onion, and garlic in a casserole or large oven-proof pan.

Add the water, vinegar, oregano, paprika, bay leaf, salt, and pepper and bring to a boil over moderate heat. Add the olive oil and reduce the heat.

Simmer uncovered until the potatoes are very tender, 30 to 40 minutes
- the dish will be somewhat soupy. Serve garnished with chopped
parsley.

Serves 4 to 6.