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Poor Man’s Stew
February 11, 2017 Lee
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Poor Man's Stew

Sounds good and tasty. On my to cook list.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 10 minutes
Course Main Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 500 grams ground beef, browned and drained
  • 750 grams potatoes, diced large
  • 2-3 carrots, sliced
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, smashed and minced
  • 1 can tomato paste, 170 gram can
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano

Instructions
 

  • Add the cooked ground beef, potatoes, carrots, onions, and garlic to a large slow cooker.
  • In a small bowl whisk together the tomato paste, water, salt, pepper, and oregano. Pour this mixture over everything in the slow cooker. Stir.
  • Cover and cook on Low setting for 6-7 hours, without opening the lid during the cooking time. Serve with buttered bread.

Notes

The beef will run about 100 Baht/500 grams. For 4 servings, this is about 75 cents per serving.
Adapted from an internet recipe.
* Best Value $1 or Less per Serving,Soups, Stews, Chili - Slow Cooker
Green Olive Coleslaw
February 11, 2017 Lee
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Green Olive Coleslaw

This is a basic slaw recipe that has green olives and spring onions added. I do not buy anything precut like salad in a bag, so this is made with 3 fresh vegetables, jarred olives, and a homemade sauce, and it is delicious! Link to the shortcut is listed in the Recipe Notes section.
5 from 1 vote
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Side
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 1 head cabbage, see Step 1
  • 1/2 carrot, shredded
  • 4 spring onions, sliced, white and green parts
  • handful green olives with pimento, sliced
  • 1 bowl coleslaw dressing, shortcut is listed below

Instructions
 

  • Cabbage in Thailand is much smaller than what I remember in the US, I bought two, weighed them each was about 450 grams, about a pound, where as cabbage in the states is about 2 pounds per head. I only used one head as this is only for my wife and I.
  • To prepare the cabbage, peel off the outer leaves and cut the bottom of the core off, this gives you a clean cabbage before you chop it. Leaves and bottom of the core on the left, nice clean head of cabbage on the right.
  • Cut the cabbage in half from top to bottom, then cut each piece in half again so you have four pieces. Take each piece and cut the core out at an angle, then lay a piece down and cut in 1/4 inch slices, then cut the pile cross ways 2 or 3 times, do this for all four pieces and you have shredded cabbage. Place in a large bowl.
  • Shred 1/2 the carrot with a box shredder and place that in the large bowl. Slice the spring onion and the olives and place those in the large bowl.
  • Prepare the dressing from the shortcut for the coleslaw, shortcut is listed in the Recipe Notes section.
  • Pour the dressing into the large bowl and mix to coat everything. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to blend the flavors.
  • Serve as a side with any main dish.

Notes

Low cost.
Shortcut: Easy Coleslaw Dressing.
Adapted from an internet recipe.
#1 Go-To Recipes,* Best Value $1 or Less per Serving,5 Ingredients or Less,Sides - Salads
Garlic Bread
February 10, 2017 Lee
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Garlic Bread

This is always good, I have made this many times, and so easy, great side dish for any pasta.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Side
Cuisine American
Servings 8 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 1 loaf French bread, cut into 1/2 inch thick slices
  • 1/2 cup butter, softened, this is 1/2 standard block
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon dried parsley

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 180 C.
  • Mix the garlic powder and parsley into the softened, room temperature butter to make a paste. Spread butter paste on each slice of bread and place the bread on a baking sheet.
  • Bake for about 10 minutes until the bread is lightly toasted.

Notes

Adapted from an internet recipe.
5 Ingredients or Less,APPETIZERS / SNACKS,SIDES
Homemade Chick-Fil-A Cole Slaw
February 10, 2017 Lee
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Homemade Chick-Fil-A Cole Slaw

Can be written as coleslaw or cole slaw, either way, this does sound good!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Side
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 4 teaspoons vinegar
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon dry mustard
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup mayo
  • 500-600 grams cabbage, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup carrot, finely chopped

Instructions
 

  • Whisk vinegar, sugar, mustard, and salt together until sugar is dissolved. Add the mayo and whisk to combine. Pour this over the chopped cabbage and carrot and mix to coat. Refrigerate for 2 hours before serving.

Notes

Provided courtesy of good friend, Stephen Connell.
United States.
Sides - Salads
Corn, Beef and Biscuit Casserole
February 10, 2017 Lee
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Corn, Beef and Biscuit Casserole

Sounds good, I will say the use of green olives is interesting. Link to the shortcut is listed in the Recipe Notes section.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Main Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 2 1/4 cups Bisquick Mix, OR make from a shortcut
  • 2/3 cup milk
  • 2 tablespoons green olives with pimento, sliced
  • 500 grams ground beef
  • 1 medium onion
  • 2 cloves garlic, smashed and minced
  • 1 can whole peeled tomatoes, undrained, chopped
  • 1 can cream style corn
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 cup Cheddar cheese, shredded

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 200 C. In large bowl, stir Bisquick mix, milk and olives until soft dough forms.
  • In a large skillet, cook beef, onion, and garlic over medium heat until beef is thoroughly cooked, then drain off the fat. Stir in tomatoes, corn, and chili powder. Heat to boiling then pour in ungreased 11x7 inch glass baking dish. Drop biscuit dough by tablespoonfuls over mixture.
  • Bake 20 minutes. Sprinkle cheese over biscuits; bake 5 to 10 minutes longer or until biscuits are lightly browned and cheese is melted.

Notes

The beef will run about 100 Baht/500 grams. For 6 servings, this is about 50 cents per serving.
Shortcut: Bisquick Mix.
Provided courtesy of good friend, Stephen Connell.
United States.
* Best Value $1 or Less per Serving,CASSEROLES
Sloppy Joes I
February 10, 2017 Lee
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Sloppy Joes I

Sounds nice and sloppy, which would make a great Sloppy Joe, the sauce sounds excellent.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 500 grams ground beef
  • 1 medium onion
  • 1/3 cup celery, chopped
  • 1/3 cup green bell pepper, chopped
  • 1/3 cup ketchup
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 tablespoon Worcherstershire sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon hot sauce
  • 6 buns, split and toasted

Instructions
 

  • Cook beef and onion in a skillet over medium heat for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until beef is brown, then drain well. Stir in remaining ingredients except buns.
  • Cover and cook over low heat for 10 to 15 minutes or just until vegetables are tender. Fill buns with mixture and enjoy.

Notes

The beef will run about 100 Baht/500 grams. For 6 servings, this is about 50 cents per serving.
Provided courtesy of good friend, Stephen Connell.
United States.
* Best Value $1 or Less per Serving,BURGERS & SANDWICHES
Potato Collops
February 10, 2017 Lee
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Potato Collops

This is a traditional Irish dish and sounds like a great side dish. A collop is small portion of any food or a slice of meat. I am planning to make this with small 1 serving baking dishes I have my eye on.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Course Side
Cuisine European
Servings 1 serving

Ingredients
  

  • 2-3 potatoes, washed, thinly sliced
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • 100 grams bacon, diced
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 cup milk, scalded
  • 1/4 cup Cheddar cheese, shredded
  • salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 180 C. Lightly grease a small baking dish with butter.
  • Place a layer of potatoes and onions in the baking dish, vegetables on a greased baking dish, sprinkle with parsley, salt and pepper, and some diced bacon.
  • Repeat with more layers until all are in the dish. Sprinkle cheese over the top, then pour the hot scalded milk over the cheese.
  • Cover with foil and bake for 45 minutes, then uncover and continue baking until the potatoes are cooked through and the top is nicely browned. Serve as a side.

Notes

Low cost.
Provided courtesy of good friend, Stephen Connell.
United States.
* Best Value $1 or Less per Serving,SIDES
Scalloped Potatoes & Brats
February 9, 2017 Lee
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Scalloped Potatoes & Brats

Sounds like a good hearty meal, potatoes and brats, can be made with any good quality hot dogs or even smoked sausage.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Course Main Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 5 medium potatoes, washed, thinly sliced
  • 8 brats, halved lengthwise and sliced
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 1/4 cup all purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cups milk
  • 1 cup Swiss cheese, shredded
  • 1 tablespoon dried parsley, OR 2 tablespoons fresh minced

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 180 C. Grease a large baking dish with butter.
  • In a saucepan, saute onion in butter until tender. Stir in flour, salt and pepper until blended. Gradually add milk. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat; stir in cheese until melted. Add parsley.
  • Place half of the potatoes in the baking dish; top with half of the sauce. Arrange brat pieces over the sauce. Top with remaining potatoes and sauce.
  • Cover with foil and bake for 1 to 1 1/2 hours or until bubbly, uncover and bake for 10 minutes or until the top is lightly browned, let rest for 5 minutes, serve.

Notes

I cannot price this accurately until I get brats again, but I will guess no more that 150 Baht for 8 brats. For 4 servings, this is about $1.10 per serving.
Adapted from an internet recipe.
* Fair Value $1.01 to $1.50 per Serving,Pork - Sausage,POTATOES
Basic Simmered Cabbage I
February 9, 2017 Lee
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Basic Simmered Cabbage I

Sounds like an excellent side dish. I bought some cabbage today and when I got it in the house first thing I did was weigh it, just under 500 grams, this recipe is from the US, a medium head of cabbage there is about 1 kilo. Since this is mainly for myself, I will use just one head of cabbage in this recipe and will adjust the other ingredients when I do make this and will edit the recipe with my results.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Side
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings

Ingredients
  

  • splash olive oil
  • 1 cup chicken stock, fresh or from powder
  • 1 head cabbage, coarsely chopped, cored
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions
 

  • Heat a splash of olive oil in a large non stick skillet and add the onion and cook until soft. Add the chicken stock and bring to a boil, then add the cabbage, mix, and reduce to a simmer, cover and simmer for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally until the cabbage is tender.
  • Drain any chicken stock and reserve for another recipe, season the cabbage with salt and pepper, serve the cabbage as a side dish.

Notes

Adapted from an internet recipe.
5 Ingredients or Less,SIDES
Easy Coleslaw Dressing
February 9, 2017 Lee
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Easy Coleslaw Dressing

Adapted from an internet recipe.
This is a creamy dressing for coleslaw. Perfect taste, not thick or overbearing.
5 from 2 votes
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Cuisine American
Servings 0

Ingredients
  

  • ½ cup mayo
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1½ teaspoons lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon white vinegar, or apple cider vinegar
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Instructions
 

  • Whisk everything together in a bowl and pour over and mix into your slaw.

Notes

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