Dried pastas are best served in hearty dishes like ragu sauces, soups, and casseroles. Mofongo with fried pork with stews and soups. Offerings include bakery items, pasta, salads, sandwiches, soups, and specialty drinks. They are commonly cooked in other dishes such as soups, stews and casseroles. Frozen peppers are used in stews, soups, and salsas. Fresh chard can be used raw in salads, stirfrys, soups or omelets. The leaves are sometimes cooked into soups and stews. Examples include stews, chili, soups, etc. Roux is used as a thickening agent for gravy, sauces, soups and stews. It can be used in a variety of dishes including salads, soups, and casseroles. Celery is a staple in many soups, such as chicken noodle soup. They are mainly used as an ingredient in Chinese cuisine soups or stews. When used in stews, soups, and casseroles, they give a rich flavor. Meat was consumed roasted or in soups or stews during this period. Starch is consumed with a variety of curries and lentil soups or broths.