If you’re seeking a hearty and flavorful dish, look no further than American Chop Suey. This delightful comfort food recipe combines the richness of seasoned ground beef with aromatic vegetables and a medley of herbs, all simmered in a robust tomato sauce.

This classic dish not only satisfies your taste buds but also evokes a sense of nostalgia and warmth that’s perfect for family gatherings and weeknight dinners. Try out this recipe and relish the rich flavors of this classic comfort food.

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These cheesy zucchini roll ups are made with thinly sliced zucchini, bundled up with a basil and three-cheese filling, and baked in a tomato sauce.

This zucchini rollup recipe is a great way to use up that zucchini harvest. While we love zucchini lasagna, these zucchini roll ups are easier to make. I often bake it using our air fryer/toaster oven to avoid heating up the kitchen during the summer.

You can use your favorite jarred sauce, home-canned tomato sauce, or make a quick summer marinara sauce with tomatoes, garlic, and fresh herbs.

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A Maine lobster roll lets the flavor of the lobster shine. Chilled lobster meat is lightly dressed with mayo, salt, and pepper, and piled into a toasted New England-style hot dog bun.

Folks take their summer seafood seriously here on the coast of New England. The classic clambake is a common theme for family reunions and gatherings with friends. The meal is filled food and lively conversation, all while cracking lobsters, clams, squirting juice everywhere, dipping in melted butter, and eating with your hands.

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If there is one thing that really screams summer in New England, it’s a classic New England clambake with friends and family. Learn how to cook a clambake in your own backyard.

While going to a restaurant can be a treat, hosting your own clambake at home can be lots of fun. There is just something special about cracking lobster, clams, and eating corn on the cob with your hands that seems so casual and down to earth.

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If you are looking for a comforting and easy meal, this classic New England fish chowder recipe fits the bill. This creamy chowder is made from simple ingredients, including cod, potatoes, onions, bacon, cream, and tastes like restaurant quality.

Chowders were once considered a poor man’s meal. Today they are elevated to an award-winning food served in fine restaurants. Like most of the cuisines of the world, what we know as New England fish chowder came out of common sense and necessity.

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