This is what I like to cook. Basic, not too time- consuming, and satisfying to all the age groups under my roof. I don’t measure specifically, and I admit that anyone of their outcomes is influenced by my mood when I cooked it. However, I’m convinced that’s the way to be when you’re cooking. It seems to benefit each dish. So, express yourself while you’re making dinner. I mean c’mon, it’s not like we have a lot of extra time to indulge ourselves each day. Plus it takes any blame off me if you don’t like it! Sorry, I never mention pan size. Just use what you have. Truth is, I never seem to be able to find the ones they mention in real recipes!
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December 28, 2009
Mammy's Sloppy Joes
This one comes from my Mom’s Mom. She and my Grandfather (Baba) would have a small Brandy on the rocks when they got home from work, and then she would “get dinner on”. Her cheeks would be flushed from the cocktail, and she would bounce around the kitchen. She loved this meal because it meant lining a basket with paper napkins to put the rolls in on the table. A simple touch like that is what Mammy thrived on. Probably felt to her like a dinner on a TV show. I always have a hard time rationalizing this one, due to the content, but it is quite the hit for eating outdoors or the super bowl Sunday. Even so, my Mom grew up on food like this and she turned out mentally (?!) and physically strong!
A big package of ground beef (approx. 1 & ½ lbs.)
¾ cup of ketchup
1 tbsp. mustard
1 tbsp. celery salt
1 tbsp. vinegar (the white kind)
1 tbsp. sugar (not bad!)
Chopped onion (as much as YOU want. Don’t forget the goggles!)
DO NOT BROWN THE MEAT FIRST (obviously this is important :-) )
Mix all of it in one big pot and simmer slowly about ½ hour, or until the meat is fully cooked, and stir it whenever you pass by. Serve as a sandwich.
Everyone goes crazy over this one like you’re a master chef. Such a crowd pleaser and so easy to keep doubling the recipe too. If you’re having a partyit’s relatively cheap, and no need to fuss when you’d rather hang with your guests. Keep it in the simple mode and serve with pickles and chips or some celery and carrot sticks with some ranch dressing. Don’t forget to keep the tradition going-put the napkin-lined basket of rolls on the table!
