(Spanish) Wholesome stew, predominantly consisting of chick peas, cabbage, chorizo, blood sausage or pudding and vegetables, stewed in broth. Chicken, beef or pork varieties exist also. Usually, a bowl of the broth is first eaten as a soup appetizer, followed by the solids. (See the list of special cocido restaurants). Found on http://www.encyclo.co.uk/visitor-contributions.php