Easy cabbage

Repeat performance!

This time I sautéed meat and onion first in pan and then continued in crockpot on low about 4 hours.


I was up early and seem to be moving at a good pace so here’s what’s for dinner in my crockpot.

1 lb. ground lean pork ( you can use beef)
1 whole sweet onion sliced thin
1/2 head cabbage sliced thin.
Salt and pepper.
1-8 oz. can tomato sauce

In a medium pan place 2 tablespoons vegetable oil.  Add ingredients(except  tomato sauce) and brown slightly.  After pork is browned place in crockpot. Place sliced cabbage over pork and then tomato sauce.  Cook on low 4 to 6 hours

I use pork because my grandmother used pork as my mother.  It’s basically piggies in the blanket or stuffed cabbage done in the crockpot.

Delicious!  I ate my dinner as shown.  *** for my hubby I  cooked a small amount of rice and topped it with the cabbage.  Optional:  fresh bread and butter to dip it the delicious flavored juice.

Enjoy!

Mostly fruit Chunky Monkey ice cream

So easy with your blender!

Craving some sweet and yummy summer treat?

You must try this recipe 

And it’s less calories than regular ice cream.

Note:  You can substitute peanut butter and chocolate and use frozen strawberries or other fruit!

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  2 Bananas cut in slices
•  2 or 3 T milk ( low-fat for less calories)
• 1 heaping tablespoon Peanut butter ( chunky or regular)
  
   
  

       1/4 cup semi sweet chocolate morsels

Cut bananas in thin slices and freeze overnight. At least 8 hours.


Blend frozen bananas, milk, peanut butter, and chocolate Morsels in a blender until smooth.   So yummy!

Sliced And seasoned pork tenderloin

Dinner tonight! Sliced  pork tenderloin, buttered carrots and a potato puff.

I sliced the tenderloin and placed in a bag with salt, pepper, garlic and olive oil. Refrigerate until ready to use.

I Dipped the pork In beaten egg white and then into seasoned panko breadcrumbs. Sautéed slowly in olive oil covered slightly.  I added a little water to allow them to steam.

Thanks for the suggestion Jean Ostrowski!

Full recipe below!

5/14/20

Here’s an easy meal for tonight.

Recipe:

1 small pork tenderloin (about 1 lb.) slice in medium size slices.
3 gloves garlic
Olive oil.

1 to 2 egg whites beaten slightly
1/2 To 3/4 cup seasoned bread panko bread crumbs.

Place pork slices , salt, pepper, garlic and generous amount of  olive oil in a large baggie and refrigerate for a few hours.

Remove from refrigerator.  Dip pork in egg whites and then into bread crumbs. Repeat until all pork has been dipped and breaded.

Place in heated skillet on low to medium. When browned, turn over and repeat.  Add a little water and cover slightly.  Watch so as not to darken too quickly.  Center will be pink( not red).  Cook longer if you prefer no pink.

Note;  If necessary add a little water to skillet to add some moisture.


Another Note:  after browning you can place in baking dish covered at 300 degrees for twenty minutes if desired for added convenience.

Photos are out of sequence but I’m guessing you know the gist!

Hamburger vegetable pie

A made a another version today 8/26/25

Fried potatoes,onions,sliced tomatoes and cheddar cheese.

It’s so versatile!  Try your favorite.

Tonight’s Hamburger pie minus the mixed vegetables.

12/11/2024

Grated white potato instead of sliced used in this pie.

Hi everyone!  I hope you all had a safe and enjoyable weekend.

Hubby and I pretty much relaxed for the day which I really enjoyed. My gardening is just about complete so I’m very content staying home and enjoying my surroundings.


I put this meal together with what was available in my pantry and refrigerator.  I’ll call it Hamburger vegetable pie.  It was delicious and I made homemade gravy by scraping the pan and adding beef broth whisked with flour.

1 refrigerated pie crust
1 lb. ground beef
1 onion chopped
1 medium potato sliced thin
1-can mixed vegetables drained
Steak seasoning to desired taste(I use Aldi brand steak seasoning)
Flour to thicken
Beef broth


Sauté beef, onion and steak seasoning in oil.  When it starts to brown add sliced potato turning with a spatula to make sure all is cooked and browned slightly. Add 1/4 cup beef broth.  Lightly stir until all is incorporated.   In a small bowl place 1/4 cup flour and  add enough water to make a soft paste.  Pour flour mixture into hamburger. It will thicken slightly.  Add drained mixed vegetables and stir until warm.  Remove from heat.

In a 8” pie plate Place one sheet of refrigerated pie crust.  Gently place mixture in crust.  Top with remaining crust and bake 425 degrees for approximately 25 to 30 minutes.  After 10 minutes cover edges With foil so they won’t brown too quickly.

Enjoy!

5/26/20

Fresh peach salad

Don’t let anyone fool you.. Making a good salad is time consuming but worth it.

While peaches are in season this is a great summer meal.  I added lightly sautéed chicken breasts to it to fill our tummmy!

Hubby and I loved it and I will make it again.


I adapted this salad to my liking as noted.

1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil

2 tablespoons red wine vinegar

1 tablespoon honey

1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

1 shallot, thinly sliced

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

1 to 2 large ripe peaches, pitted and sliced into thin wedges

1/2 cup candied pecans ( I toasted walnuts with a little brown sugar)**

4 ounces smoked Gouda, crumbled into small pieces( I cut slices into shoestring pieces)**

5 ounces baby arugula( I used Fresh Romaine lettuce)**

Served along with a sautéed chicken breast.**

Served two.

1. Add the oil, vinegar, honey and mustard to a jar with a lid. Add the shallot and season with salt and pepper. Close the jar and shake until combined. (See Cook's Note.)
2. Layer the romaine, pecans, peaches and Gouda on a large plate. Pour the dressing over the top, then toss until everything is coated.  Serve immediately. 

Enjoy!

Cook’s Note

Dressing can be made 1 day in advance and kept refrigerated in an airtight container.