Experts say that even the ancient Romans cooked meatballs that took its name from Arabic al banidic. Albondigas, that's name of Spanish meatballs. Such meatballs are as a rule cooked out of mixed ground meat, beef and pork, with addition of cheese and spices. And of course the secret is in a special sauce that makes such meatballs incredibly tasty. Watch how to cook Spanish meatballs in this video recipe. Have you eaten Spanish Meatballs?

Sweet and savory Crab Empanadas with a refreshing mango salsa; Empanada Ingredients: 1/2 Tbsp. olive oil 1/2 lb. lump crabmeat 1/4 red onion, finely chopped 1/4 red bell pepper, finely chopped 1/2 Serrano chili, finely chopped 1 clove garlic, minced 1/2 tsp. cumin 1 Tbsp. lime juice, divided 1.5 Tbsp. cilantro, chopped 1/2 package prepared puff pastry Whole wheat flour for dusting 1 egg 1 tsp. water Salt and pepper, to taste Salsa Ingredients: 1/4 red onion, finely chopped 1/4 red bell pepper, finely chopped 1/2 mango, peeled, pitted and diced 1/2 jalapeno, finely chopped 1-2 Tbsp. lime juice 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped. Have eaten Crab Empanadas?

Spanish Chicken Croquettes, Although crisp and creamy croquettes are made throughout much of Spain. In this version pieces of cheese are placed in the middle of the croquette. Have you eaten Chicken Croquettes?