My Grandma Susie was the best cook ever. I think her secret ingredient in every dish, from her pickle trays to her pound cake, was a love for those she was preparing the food for. She recently passed away, and I made her recipe for "Grandma Susie's Junk" (her title, not mine!) in her honor. It isn't fancy, but it is filling and yummy! Plus, the three 15-minute breaks gives you a chance to fold a load of laundry. Or drink a glass of wine. Your choice!
Grandma Susie's Junk
1 onion, chopped thick
3-4 carrots, sliced thick
1/2 bell pepper, any color, chopped
2 tsp salt
pepper to taste
3 chicken bouillon cubes
3-4 potatoes, peeled and "chunked" (her words, not mine!)
1 lb lite smoked sausage, cut in bite-sized pieces
1/2 head cabbage, "chunked"
Combine first five ingredients, cover with about 4 inches of water, and boil for 15 minutes.
Add next three ingredients and boil for 15 minutes.
Add cabbage, and boil for 15 more minutes.
Especially good with cornbread. This makes a big pot.
"You can substitute small corn on the cob for cabbage," says Grandma. I've never tried it and don't trust her suggestion. Cabbage makes it good!
