Douglas Chili

Douglas Chili I found this chili on http://vegweb.com/recipes/douglas-chili a Vegetarian/Vegan website and it seems a pity that no one administers or updates it any more. But as it remains, with recipes that were posted by hundreds of website members over the years, it is a valuable resource for vegetarian cooking. I used the same recipe,… Continue reading Douglas Chili

“Stuff in a Pot” (Beef, Bulgur, & Tomatoes)

My friend Jeff and I used to work at the same company, during the time when we both had spouses and young children, and both of us were fathers who cooked. Jeff said he had several dishes that he had made up and would still make, to which he gave the laconic moniker “Stuff in… Continue reading “Stuff in a Pot” (Beef, Bulgur, & Tomatoes)

Chickpea and Pasta Soup (Goya)

In this recipe I referred to something called “spoon pasta”. It’s just our family for any kind of macaroni that one eats exclusively with a spoon – elbow macaroni, ditalini, tubettini, or small shells, to name four. For soup, use whatever makes you smile the day you’re at the supermarket. 1 can (16 ounces) chickpeas,… Continue reading Chickpea and Pasta Soup (Goya)

Tunisian Tuna On Couscous

1 box (10 ounces) plain couscous¼ teaspoon salt1 tablespoon olive oil2 medium zucchini, cut into ¾" chunks1 medium onion, cut in narrow strips1 can (19 ounces) chickpeas, rinsed1 can (16 ounces) tomato sauce1 teaspoon ground cumin1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon1 can (6 ounces) solid light tuna, drained8 large pimento-stuffed green olives, sliced Cook couscous according to… Continue reading Tunisian Tuna On Couscous

Spaghetti Pie (Mom)

Expert recipe. Expert writing down recipe quickly from friend or TV… Cook spaghetti (cooked al dente) mix with ricotta cheese, Parmesan, and egg, pepper, herbs, parsley – whatever (basil, oregano). In bottom of pie pan, spread out spaghetti mixture on top of a small amount of tomato sauce, make an indentation and line with mozzarella, fill… Continue reading Spaghetti Pie (Mom)

Chili Dog Chili (to make 2 full quarts)

“By KelBelAdded July 04, 2007 | Recipe #238646The method for making this chili is to boil the beef. Boiling the ground beef yields a smooth texture, perfect for chili dogs.” The first time I made this recipe, I doubled it, but everyone loved it so much that I did not have any extra to freeze,… Continue reading Chili Dog Chili (to make 2 full quarts)

Chili Dog Chili (food.com)

By KelBelAdded July 04, 2007 | Recipe #238646The method for making this chili is to boil the beef. Boiling the ground beef yields a smooth texture, perfect for chili dogs. 2 cups water1 lb ground beef1 medium onion, diced1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce2 garlic cloves, minced1 ½ tablespoons chili powder¾ teaspoon salt1 teaspoon ground… Continue reading Chili Dog Chili (food.com)

Cincinnati 5-Way Chili

I never lived in Cincinnati. I knew nothing about this dish until I moved to Oklahoma. It’s also not native to Oklahoma, but that is the place where I discovered a fast-food restaurant that specialized in 5-way chili. I loved that chili mountain on a plate, from the base camp of spaghetti, through the levels… Continue reading Cincinnati 5-Way Chili

Pineapple Pork Chili

“This island-style chili is based on pork, kidney beans, and pineapple salsa. Serve it over rice.“                             https://www.bhg.com/recipe/meat/pineapple-pork-chili/  Five ingredients, that’s all, and the heavy chopping and cooking has already been done and packed in cans and jars. A really good. chili,… Continue reading Pineapple Pork Chili

Cuban Ropa Vieja (Woman’s Day)

What would you call a dish of well-cooked, seasoned, shredded beef that reminds you of ragged old clothes? In Cuba, you call it “Old Clothes” (Ropa Vieja). Problem solved! The unique seasoning of this dish is a condiment called alcaparrado, a relish made from capers and green olives stuffed with pimento. (If you can’t find… Continue reading Cuban Ropa Vieja (Woman’s Day)