“Journey To You” on Hallmark Channel starring Erin Cahill and Erik Valdez inspired this dish! This was a beautiful story of a group of people on a pilgrimage through the Camino de Santiago. Every member in the group found meaning in their journey as they all found a piece of themselves they were searching for. I loved how they became such a close group of friends, sharing stories, aspirations, and many delicious meals together! One of which, was Paella, where they all worked together to make! Here is my toned down, easy version of a family style Paella!
Ingredients:
-Olive oil for sautéing
-1 cup uncooked Arborio rice
-1 onion (chopped)
-3 cloves garlic (minced)
-1/2 red bell pepper (chopped)
-12 shrimp
-2 Andouille sausages
-1/2 cup tomato sauce
-1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
-2 1/2 cups chicken broth
-Parsley for garnish
-Salt and pepper
Directions:
Start by sautéing the dry rice in olive oil for a few minutes just to toast them up. Remove from heat and place aside.
Add more olive oil to the skillet and saute chopped onions and peppers. Once the onions are translucent, add garlic and thinly sliced sausage. Cook and stir for a few minutes.
Add tomato sauce and paprika.
Let tomato sauce dissipate a bit, then add chicken stock. Let it come to a boil and add toasted rice.
Add shrimp. Give it a good stir and cover with lid. Stir occasionally and simmer for about 20 minutes until rice and shrimp are cooked through.
Add salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with parsley and enjoy!