What to make with tomato paste and tomatoes

Montreal Russian borscht was a prize winner in Montreal, Canada's Russian community

Also needs: onion, garlic, beets, carrots, cabbage

Bonga fish domoda is a popular Gambian dish that features bonga fish cooked in a rich peanut-based sauce.

Also needs: onion, garlic, peanut butter, paprika, cayenne pepper, white fish

Ndizi na nyama (green bananas and meat) is a Tanzanian dish popular among the East African countries.

Also needs: beef, ginger, garlic, onion, bananas, coconut milk

Try this recipe for a festive Friday night meal.

Also needs: eggplant, mushrooms, onion, garlic, cinnamon, walnuts, capers

Diri na njar is a flavorful Chadian rice dish cooked with tomatoes, onions, and various seasonings. It is a popular and comforting meal in Chad, enjoyed by many.

Also needs: rice, onion, garlic, paprika, ginger, cumin, coriander

Filfel chuma is a popular spicy tomato sauce in Libyan cuisine. It is known for its vibrant red color, bold flavors, and fiery kick.

Also needs: garlic, chile peppers, cumin, paprika, cayenne pepper, coriander, lemon

Koshari is a beloved Egyptian street food that brings together a delightful combination of flavors and textures.

Also needs: rice, lentils, pasta, onion, garlic, cumin, cinnamon

Madbucha or matbucha is a North African dish of stewed tomatoes and peppers. It can be used as a side dish with meats, as well as put on bread or white rice.

Also needs: onion, garlic, bell pepper, chile peppers, cumin, parsley, oregano

Ross il-forn is a dish of rice cooked in tomato meat sauce from Malta.

Also needs: onion, bacon, garlic, beef, eggs, rice, parmesan

This is a sweet and sour fish casserole, baked in the oven. It goes well with rice and a green salad. The recipe is adapted from The Sephardic Table by Pamela Grau Twena.

Also needs: lemon, turmeric, onion, bell pepper, chile peppers, garlic, white fish

Also needs: cabbage, onion, milk, beef, rice, eggs, vinegar, cornstarch

Kanda is a stew made with chicken or beef, peanuts, vegetables, and spices. It is a popular dish in the Central African Republic and known for its rich and nutty taste.

Also needs: chicken, peanuts, onion, bell pepper, garlic, peanut butter, paprika, thyme

Tajine bil samak is a delicious and fragrant Libyan fish dish cooked in a tajine, a traditional clay pot with a conical lid.

Also needs: onion, garlic, white fish, cumin, paprika, cayenne pepper, coriander, caraway

Tortilla soup is a traditional southwestern dish and an excellent way to finish tortillas that have begun to go stale. It works well as a soup before a meal or as the meal itself.

Also needs: onion, garlic, broth or stock, cilantro, chicken, tortillas, monterey jack cheese, olives

Arroz tapado (Spanish for molded rice) is very popular in Peru and is a favorite among children because the recipe calls for molding rice and minced beef into a shape.

Also needs: garlic, lemon, rice, onion, ground beef, raisins, olives, eggs, parsley

Benechin Kunkujang or thiebou yap is a Senegalese dish popular in Gambia, known for its special blend of spices from Kunkujang.

Also needs: rice, onion, garlic, lamb, bell pepper, ginger, coriander, paprika, cayenne pepper

Egyptian cabbage rolls, also known as mahshi malfoof, are a traditional Egyptian dish that features tender cabbage leaves stuffed with a savory filling.

Also needs: cabbage, beef, rice, onion, garlic, cumin, coriander, cinnamon, broth or stock

Mahshi is a delicious Egyptian dish that involves stuffing various vegetables with a flavorful mixture of rice, herbs, and spices.

Also needs: zucchini, eggplant, bell pepper, rice, parsley, mint, garlic, cumin, coriander

Rosto is a dish is of Italian origin, and provides for two complete courses cooked in one pot without the need for an oven.

Also needs: pork, carrots, potatoes, onion, pasta, mushrooms, garlic, wine, parmesan

Portuguese feijoada is a type of bean, pork, and beef stew.

Also needs: black beans, pork, bay leaves, parsley, onion, carrots, garlic, butter, paprika, rice

Also needs: kidney beans, black beans, garlic, onion, bell pepper, chili powder, cayenne pepper, thyme, basil, oregano

Boule-di, also known as boule (pronounced "boo-lay"), is a traditional West African dish that originated in Senegal.

Also needs: white fish, onion, garlic, bell pepper, carrots, okra, paprika, cayenne pepper, thyme, rice

See the chili con carne entry for more on the history of chili. This is a variation on the theme which includes sweet peppers, chipotles, leftover grilled hamburgers, and beer.

Also needs: onion, garlic, ground beef, cumin, chili powder, chile peppers, beer, black beans, kidney beans, sour cream

Kotopoulo kapama is a Greek dish of braised chicken flavored with cinnamon. This recipe is the Catsoulis family version, from the Greek island of Kythera.

Also needs: chicken, onion, garlic, cinnamon, bay leaves, parsley, wine, carrots, celery, cloves

Tchakpalo or tchakpala, is a popular traditional dish from Togo. It is a flavorful stew made with a combination of meat, vegetables, and spices.

Also needs: onion, garlic, beef, bell pepper, carrots, peanut butter, ginger, coriander, cloves, nutmeg

Also needs: veal, chicken, onion, carrots, celery, leek, garlic, parsley, thyme, bay leaves

Also needs: pasta, ground beef, sausage, onion, bell pepper, garlic, basil, chili powder, oregano, eggs, ricotta, parmesan

This Spaghetti Pie recipe is adapted from the YouTube channel Tasty.

Also needs: pasta, butter, garlic, eggs, breadcrumbs, parmesan, onion, beef, basil, ricotta, oregano, mozzarella

Lasagne is a baked pasta dish.

Also needs: sausage, beef, onion, garlic, basil, fennel, parsley, ricotta, eggs, pasta, mozzarella, parmesan

This northern Italian meat sauce, or Ragu Bolognese, is wonderful on pasta with freshly grated Parmesan cheese, or as filling for lasagne.

Also needs: ham, beef, onion, celery, carrots, fennel, butter, wine, broth or stock, lemon, bay leaves, pasta

Beef and barley stew is a hearty stew that can be prepared from freezer to table in under 2 hours. It's easy to prepare ahead of time and refrigerate or freeze for later use.

Also needs: beef, onion, potatoes, barley, flour, worcestershire sauce, parsley, paprika, thyme, marjoram, broth or stock, mushrooms, green beans, garlic, celery, carrots

Sharba Libya is a traditional and hearty soup enjoyed throughout Libya. It is made with a combination of vegetables, legumes, aromatic spices, and tender chunks of meat.

Also needs: lamb, onion, garlic, carrots, potatoes, celery, bell pepper, zucchini, peas, chickpeas, pasta, cumin, paprika, turmeric, cayenne pepper, cinnamon, coriander