This treasured dish was one of my grandma's favorites, and I have fond memories of making this stew with my mother. Now I serve it to my own family.—Trisha Kaylor, Lebanon, Pennsylvania

If a recipe calls for a small amount of chopped bell pepper, chop the remaining pepper and freeze for 3-6 months in a freezer bag or airtight container. Use directly from the freezer in a variety of dishes.