Ingredients

• 1/2 lb of lean salted pork cut in dice
• 1 cup chopped Spanish onions
• 1 tsp finely chopped garlic
• 2 Large cans of chicken stock
• 1 Large tomato peeled chopped
• 2 Leaves of cilantro
• 1 Bay leaf
• 1/2 tsp crumble died oregano a Pinch of saffron
• 6 Green Spanish olives chopped
• 1 tsp of capers
• 1 medium of green pepper finely chopped
• 1/2 lb of lean cooked Ham cut into dice cubes
• 1 lb of pumpkin cut into cubes
• 1 Can of pigeon peas
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. Fry pork in skillet over medium heat, add garlic & onion , cook until soft.
2. Pour all into a deep casserole. Combine with the chicken stock, ham, green peppers & tomatoes, & cook for 5 minutes.
3. Add the remaining ingredients, bring to a boil at heat for 15 minutes.
4. Reduce heat, cover tightly and simmer for 15 - 20 minutes.
5. Add salt & pepper to taste & serve.

Recommended cookbook: Puerto Rican Cookery