Let's go for #2

I'm not really sure who to give credit to on this recipe... My mom or Aunt? Either way this recipe is probably the easiest and most simple, and if it's not to you, well we have a long ways to go. :) My husband even makes it! The best part about it you can freeze or keep in your fridge for a while and eat it whenever!

Now after you see this recipe you're going to think both of these are so simple you just combine everything, why yes that is true, but I'd thought I'd dive into this easy and get readers than go hard and no one read. Don't worry we'll start to get into cooking tips and tricks as we start this blog as well!

Pizza Burgers and Homemade French Fries

1 lb organic ground beef 

8 oz grated cheddar cheese

8 oz grated mozz cheese

1/2 onion chopped and diced

1 cup black olives chopped (these are optional, I've had it with both, i like both, just depends on what I have in my cabinet)

1 can tomato soup

3 tablespoons olive oil or veggie oil

1 tsp garlic salt

1/2 tsp oregano

1. Cook ground beef, drain and set aside to cool. 

2. In a bowl mix all the ingredients (including the meat)
This is where you get your hands dirty. Clean your hands and literally put them in the bowl and mix. Don't use a spoon, it won't be worth the time. 

3. You can either put the mixings on the bun and cook right away or I put it in the fridge to sit and soak up all the flavors.

4. Put the mixings on a hamburger bun.

5. Put in the oven on BROIL and cook for about 5 minutes. You will need to watch them. I like them a little crunchier at the botton (hense a pizza) so I do about 6 or 7 minutes.

You will realize this makes a lot, and if you cook too many they don't keep too well. That is why I make how many I think we'll eat and freeze the rest of the mixings for a different night.

For the Fries:

Now if you don't have a french fry cutter invest in one. This cuts vegetables too! I love french fries, fresh ones. Unfortunately they aren't that healthy for you, but when I make my own they are much healthier than Mcdonalds or any fast food joint. It's probably cheaper too!

3-4 Potatoes (this can be any kind red, russet, yellow. I used Russet it was on hand)
olive oil
sea salt

1. If you don't have the french fry cutter then cut your potatoes into long thin strips.
2. Put them on your bar stone or cooking sheet. Remember to use a pan that has edges on the sides for            that the olive oil doesn't spill over.
3. Lather them up with olive oil and sea salt, mix up with your hands.
4. Put them in the oven on 450 degrees for about 30-40 minutes. Turning once or twice.

VOILA! Your meal is complete!

Tip: I usually will cook the fries first so that the oven is hot and ready. Since the Pizza Burgers don't take too long the fries will still be hot!

I'm excited for the next blog! Potato soup is up next just in time for the start of fall this weekend! Be sure to let me know if you need any tips or anything I can help all you readers out there with!

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Peace, Love and Simple Blessings!
-Meredith

Special shout out to my hubby for designing this.. I'd be so lost!