SPANISH MIGAS

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Migas is a traditional Spanish dish, which utilizes leftover bread. It is believed to be a Christianized adaptation of Moorish couscous. It is particularly popular in rural areas, especially Castilla-La Mancha.

Provided by wasabinoir

Time 8h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

4 cups fresh bread crumbs
1 cup olive oil, or more if needed
7 ounces bacon, sliced
2 slices bread, cut into cubes
1 tablespoon paprika
1 clove garlic, minced
salt to taste

Steps:

Wrap bread crumbs in a moist cloth and leave 8 hours to overnight.
When ready to cook, heat oil in a saute pan over medium heat. Add bacon and cook until browned, 5 to 7 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
Add bread cubes to the oil and cook until browned. Add more oil if necessary, and stir in bread crumbs, paprika, garlic, and salt. Cook and stir until browned.
Remove from the heat. Mix all ingredients together to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 482.9 calories, Carbohydrate 20.4 g, Cholesterol 11.9 mg, Fat 41.9 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 7.1 g, SaturatedFat 6.8 g, Sodium 512.5 mg, Sugar 1.8 g