Chicken and Sausage Gumbo with Okra

A Louisiana favorite, chicken and sausage gumbo can be prepared easily and conveniently.

Southwestern Shrimp and Black Bean Chili

A fabulous low-fat blend of shrimp and black beans.

Easy White Chicken Chili

If you forget to soak beans overnight, this is a great way to enjoy a fresh bean dish the same day: the quick-soak method.

Chili with Corn and Beans

Chili is great to have on hand in the freezer, so make extra and feeze it in containers.

Meatball Stew

These tasty meatballs in a tomato gravy with rice and peas provide a hearty meal.

Southwestern Pork and Potato Stew

Throw all these ingredients together in one pot for a super Southwestern stew.

Different Twist Pork Stew

This new angle on pork stew would be great seved with corn bread.

Plentiful Pork Soup

This delicious, hearty pork and vegetable soup has a little of everything in it.

Tarragon Beef Stew

A hearty beef stew that's great served over rice.

Old-Fashioned Beefy Vegetable Stew

This traditional stew makes a rich, dark gravy that is wonderful served over rice.

Southwestern Vegetable Soup

This low-fat tomato-based soup is an easy vegetarian favorite.

Veal, Mushroom and Barley Soup

A rich, thick soup for those cold days.

Macaroni and Cheese Soup

This mild, creamy soup takes an old standby and adapts it into a great family meal, especially for the kids.

Quick Tex-Mex Chicken Chowder

This chunky chowder with a Southwestern personality is great served with tortilla chips.

Chicken, Shrimp and Sausage Gumbo

This gumbo has it all--lots of seasoning as well as chicken, shrimp and sausage.