This all begins with a Italian American vegetable farmer, My Grandfather.
As he had plenty to do in teaching his grandson the finner arts of caring for his well manicured garden and orchard.
Knowing it involved plenty of physical labor and time, and that it would lend itself to a needed lunch for a couple of Hungry guys.
Not having a lot of time to spend in the kitchen, he seemed to turn to this hearty, healthy, dish quite often.
It was to my enjoyment, the site and smell of this warm flavorful dish cooking.
It was to be one of the treasured memories of my time spent with this wonderful man. Preparing it for my family and friends is to invite the spirit of grandpa to my kitchen and table.
I share this dish hoping that you can take advantage of its ease of preparation. the basic no fuss ingredients and invitation to a wholesome family dinner.
The Basic Ingredients.
Celery, Carrot, Cabbage, Onion, potato.
Cubed Meat.
Brown the meat a little salt and pepper,
Add the other coarsely chopped items I add the cabbage last as it will cook fast.
Add a couple cups of water and Stew it, covered on a low heat until the veggies are just cooked.
Then turn off and let it sit developing flavor.
1/2 hr, before eating. Add a couple tablespoons of flour or corn starch mixed with a little cold water and a dissolved bullion cube.
Or a couple pre mixed gravy packets with water to the stew.
Bring it,”under low heat” back to a simmer for a couple minutes and then serve.
Fresh rolls are a welcome addition to this.
If you have any questions feel free to
God Bless Grandparents.