Codiaeum variegatum â or the croton plant â is a single species within the small codiaeum genus, and belongs to the euphorbiaceae family. This species, which is sometimes known as the garden croton, is sometimes confused with large croton genus that belongs to the same clan. Native to areas of Indonesia, India, Malaysia and Sri Lanka, these colorful evergreen shrubs grow their best in shifting sunlight and rich, acidic soil.
Sancho is a Spanish name and it means Saint. In slang it means the other man, a guy a girl is cheating with. Sancho means sancho in English as well as Spanish. Pearl Yamada.
Fold in chopped pepper, celery, aji dulce, cilantro, salt, pepper, tomatoes, and 1 quart of beef stock. Bring to a boil and simmer for 30 minutes or so, then cook on high until until stock is reduced by half. Stir beef, then fold in all the remaining vegetables and beef stock. Continue to cook until meat is tender and the vegetables soft. You might need to add a bit more water to get it just the way you like it. Sancocho is a thick soup. Serving Suggestions: Since this soup contains beef and vegetables, it is hearty already. Serve alongside a freshly baked french bread and use the bread to soak up some of this delicious flavor.