Old-Fashioned American Goulash
Goulash, a simple, one-pot supper much like the one that showed up on our table—hearty, familiar, and made from what was on hand.
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Classic American Goulash
Somewhere between Old World stew and Italian-style baked pasta, American goulash found its permanent home on the American supper table. This casserole-style version, crowned with melted cheese and baked until bubbling around the edges, is the kind of meal that fed countless families after long workdays and school nights.
American Goulash: From Old World Kettle to Mid-Century Supper Table
American goulash, sometimes referred to as slumgullion, likely owes its origin to Hungarian goulash. About the only thing the two dishes have in common is that they both contain meat and paprika.
Chicken and Dumplings: Comfort Food with Deep Roots
Chicken and dumplings carries a history as rich as the broth it’s cooked in. From European kitchens to Southern farm tables, this humble yet celebratory dish has been simmering in American culture for generations.
My Meatloaf Recipe
My meatloaf recipe uses both beef and pork to provide wonderful flavor and moisture. Enjoy!
Chicago Style Hot Dog
Often described as “dragged through the garden” (reference to all of the vegetable toppings) this hot dog is a joy to eat in honor of the Windy City.
Carolina Slaw Dog
Delicious Carolina style slaw dogs topped with a creamy tangy coleslaw.
New York Pushcart Hot Dog
The recipe for onion sauce was given to me by a former co-worker and friend who sold his pushcart after 14 years selling hot dogs in New York City’s Central Park.
Disneyland Corn Dogs
This is recipe is for the corn dogs served at Disneyland theme parks.
Corn Dogs
Try this hot dog on a stick. A great alternative to the dog in a bun, but just as delicious.
Woolworth’s Frito Pie
This is the recipe said to be invented in the 1960s by Teresa Hernandez, who worked the lunch counter at F.W. Woolworth’s in Santa Fe, New Mexico.
Fritos Chili Pie Casserole
This is the original recipe as printed in the Fritos Cookbook of the 1950s.
