Belongs to saymyname Pesto Burgers 
serves 4
You might need to buy:
  • ground chuck
  • dry Italian seasoned breadcrumbs
  • finely chopped red bell peppers
  • buns or 8 sliced Italian bread
  • Basil Pesto
  • pine nuts
  • fresh grated parmesan cheese
  • garlic
  • extra virgin olive oil
serves 8
You might need to buy:
  • uncooked wide egg noodles
  • ground beef
  • chopped onion
  • chopped green pepper
  • chopped pepperoni
  • grated parmesan cheese
  • garlic powder
  • shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
Belongs to saymyname Pepperoni Pasta 
serves 8
You might need to buy:
  • ground beef
  • shredded mozzarella cheese
  • shredded provolone cheese
  • grated parmesan cheese
serves 4
You might need to buy:
  • ground beef
  • garlic powder
  • grated parmesan cheese

Can substitute ground beef for lamb.

ready in about two hours and 20 minutes; serves 8
You might need to buy:
  • lean ground lamb
  • hot sauce
  • ground cumin
  • chili powder
  • dry red wine
  • chopped onion
Belongs to mom2mpr Mom's Chili 

This chili was at many a family function as I grew up. Pair with cornbread for full memories. Can double and triple easily. Freeezes great.

ready in about 255 minutes; serves 4
You might need to buy:
  • chili powder
  • -28 oz. can whole tomatoes in thick tomato puree
  • ground beef

Can skip beef and add another can of beans. Serve with big green salad and baked sweet potatoes.

ready in about 35 minutes; serves 6
You might need to buy:
  • tomato sauce
  • pinto beans-drained and mashed
  • 6-8-inch whole wheat tortillas-warmed
  • lettuce or spinich-chopped
  • tomatoes-chopped
  • green onion-sliced
  • salsa shredded cheese
  • taco seasoning
  • extra lean ground beef
serves 8
You might need to buy:
  • lean ground beef
  • ground turkey or 1 lb ground chicken
  • nutmeg
  • Gravy
  • fresh grated lemon rind
  • water
  • cornstarch
serves 6
You might need to buy:
  • ground beef
  • water
  • italian seasoning
  • italian style croutons
serves 12
You might need to buy:
  • lean ground beef
  • seasoning salt