My Favorite Recipes Collected and then some

  ▢  1½   pounds   ground beef ▢  1   large   onion   diced finely ▢  1   tablespoon   minced garlic ▢  2   tablespoons   sesame oil ▢  ½   cup   carrots   peeled and finely shredded ▢  16   ounces   coleslaw mix ▢  ½   teaspoon   onion powder ▢  ½   teaspoon   garlic powder ▢  ½   teaspoon   red pepper flakes ▢  1½   teaspoon   ground ginger ▢  ½ – ¾   cup   low sodium soy sauce   I used about ½ cup ▢  2   tablespoons   vegetable oil ▢  green onions for garnish  (optional) INSTRUCTIONS   Cook ground beef in a large deep-sided skillet over medium heat until no longer pink. Be careful to not break the ground beef into smaller pieces, keep the pieces larger. Drain grease and return to the stovetop. Add the onions and minced garlic and cook until the onions are soft and transluc...

 

 

 

  It may not win first prize at the county fair but it's good.      Years ago when I was a divorced Mom - with 3 boys, I learned how to stretch a dollar and make do with what I had available.  I also was a food bank recipient - and many times you get so many cans of this and that, you have to be creative.  I still enjoy this canned version of a Peach Pie.   2 cans of peaches Start by preheating your oven to 400 degrees. Prepare your crust if made from scratch. I do not recommend this store-bought pie crust. It was slightly stale when I bought it and tore apart when I was placing it in the pie pan.  Homemade is always best. Next time, I will try the brand-name pie crust and see how that goes.  Or have my husband do the pie crust.  Open canned peaches and drain liquid into your saucepan and set aside. Except for peaches and vanilla extract, combine all ingredients in a saucepan. Stir constantly while cooking on medium heat. Stir until thic...