My neighbor shared her family recipe that has been passed down for generations. This old fashioned comfort food hits different on a spring evening.

tomato’s acidity, some families add 1 to 2 teaspoons of sugar to the sauce along with the salt. If you prefer a slightly creamier texture, stir in 1/4 cup of whole milk or heavy cream right at the end of cooking, just before serving; do not add dairy early in the slow cooking, as it can curdle.

You can also swap in homemade canned tomatoes or tomato juice that has been lightly pureed, adjusting the salt to taste. If you like