Recipe Sifter

Somewhat similar to chili mac and American goulash found in other areas of the country, this American dish is most prevalent in New England.

In this recipe, we use both salsa and tomato sauce to make this quick and delicious chili. We like serve this warm chili over a toasted hamburger bun, but just having it directly from the pot is absolutely divine.

This delicious Mexican pot pie is made with all kinds of fresh vegetables, tomato sauce and beans, and topped with cornbread. Serve it with some yogurt and freshly chopped tomatoes, yum.

Super tasty and loaded with goodness. This is one of my favorite stew that I'd like to make on a chilly day. It warms me up instantly with tons of great flavor and lots of good-for-me nutrients. I like enjoying it with some good bread that helps to pick up all the yummy sauce.

Finally make those cabbage rolls you've always wanted to try with this simple and delicious recipe.

Try this original pasta dish that is ideal for a dinner for two. Great served with freshly toasted garlic bread.

A bowl of warm chili is made of quinoa, black beans, spices and lots of tomatoes. Serve it over a bed of rice or with some good crusty bread.

Ham and lentil soup made from a meaty ham bone broth with sausage, tomatoes, carrots, and celery. A thick, hearty pot of soup built on deep, smoky pork flavor.

A hearty vegetarian version of my favorite soup. It's easy to make it vegetarian by using roasted vegetable stock instead of beef stock. By adding a leftover parmesan rind (I save them in the freezer for this soup) it adds extra flavor. (optional)

Basic stuffing recipe that is perfect for any holiday dinner!

Authentic Maryland crab soup loaded with lump crab meat, potatoes, carrots, corn, and tomatoes in a savory fish stock. This Chesapeake Bay classic is brothy, chunky, and on the table in 45 minutes.

Many recipes come out of the Caribbean that people either like or hate on first taste. This particular recipe is for a chowder that is excellent.

A hearty beef stew served over mashed potatoes - a cold weather delight!

Loaded vegetarian vegetable soup with broccoli, cauliflower, squash, potatoes, lima beans, corn, and peas in a cumin and chili-spiced tomato broth.

Restaurant-style spaghetti and meatballs inspired by Little Joe's in L.A. Three-meat meatballs in a simmered tomato sauce with red wine, basil, and oregano. Worth every minute.

This is an authentic family recipe that my mother taught me in 1950 in New Orleans. It makes a great dinner party main dish. Like chinese food, it is long on chopping and assembling, but goes together and cooks rather quickly.