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1/2 cup all-purpose flour for coating1 pinch salt and pepper1 1/2 pounds bone-in chicken parts2 tablespoons butter1 tablespoon olive oil2 shallots, chopped1 onion, chopped2 cloves garlic, chopped3 medium fresh tomatoes, chopped2 cups white wine2 pinches saffron threads1/2 teaspoon curry powder1 teaspoon white sugar3/4 cup raisinssalt and black pepper to taste

2 tablespoons butter or olive oil1 tablespoon minced garlic1 bunch fresh asparagus spears, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces1/4 cup raisins1/4 cup red wine

Dough2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour2 tablespoons white sugar1/4 teaspoon salt3/8 cup shortening2 eggs2 tablespoons dry white wineFilling1 1/2 cups ricotta cheese1 egg1/4 cup white sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract4 cups vegetable oil for frying

1 tablespoon minced fresh mint leaves1/4 cup red wine vinegar