Fernandez’s Palayok: Philippine Food Time, On Site, in the Pot. San Isidro Labrador pork and bean stew May 15, celebrated in Lucban, Quezon by decorating the houses with food.
In Madrid, Spain, the same feast is celebrated on the same day, and San Isidro Labrador is also the patron saint of Madrid. A hearty stew to feed a family with just four ingredients. A mixture of red kidney and black beans, chorizo and smoked bacon come together to make a hearty and mildly spicy bean stew. A star rating of 5 out of 5.
A cross between a soup and a stew, this healthy French dish is packed with vegetables and beans – perfect as a light lunch. If making ahead it will keep in the fridge for a couple of days. Use a can of mixed beans to make this tomato-based veggie stew with halloumi. This flavoursome, low-fat chicken casserole is easy to make and freezes really well, so why not make double and freeze for speedy midweek meals?
