Soup of the Week - Spanish Clam and Rice Soup - Arroz Caldoso de Berberechos

The Spanish love to eat soups as a first course of the large midday meal, which they simply call la comida. Typically, first courses are pasta or soup. Arroz caldoso means "soupy rice" in English and is made with meat, vegetables and/or seafood. This recipe is for arroz caldoso is made with cockles or littleneck clams. It is a deep reddish orange thanks to the roasted red pepper and has a wonderfully rich flavor from the clams. Try it as a main course for a light dinner. It's simple and takes only 45 minutes to make.

• Spanish Clam and Rice Soup Recipe - Arroz Caldoso de Berberechos

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