Classic Valencian Paella

Here is the classic paella valenciana, the only dish that, according to Valencian traditionalists, can be legitimately called paella. It consists of rice, rabbit (and sometimes chicken or duck), land snails, green beans, butter beans, perhaps artichokes, and a simple sofrito of tomatoes and garlic. A well-prepared paella is one of the world’s greatest dishes. For a simpler version, use only chicken—four or five skinless, boneless thighs. And, you can also legitimately add a fe