Chipped Beef Gravy and Toast
You Will Need:
2 oz. pkg. beef (like Budding, found in the lunch meat section)
salt and pepper to taste
2 T. all purpose flour
buttered toast
1 1/4 C. milk
2 T. butter
Directions:
Slice the beef into strips, set aside. Melt the butter in a skillet over med. high heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for about 30 seconds. Whisk in the milk and as it begins to boil it will thicken up. Once it has reached gravy consistency (about 2-3 minutes) remove from heat and stir in the beef to warm through. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve over warm buttered toast.
ENJOY!!
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Ingredients
2 oz. pkg. beef (like Budding, found in the lunch meat section)
salt and pepper to taste
2 T. all purpose flour
buttered toast
1 1/4 C. milk
2 T. butter
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ingredients:
1 T. my house seasoning (equal parts garlic powder, onion powder and pepper…combine and store in an airtight container)
1/2 soup can milk (using the empty soup can to measure)
10.5 oz. can cream of mushroom soup
4 med. red potatoes, sliced 1/4″ thin
1 small onion, halved and sliced
4-5 pieces of cubed steak
3/4 C. all purpose flour
vegetable oil for frying
pinch of salt
pepper
Directions:
Place the flour and house seasoning in a ziploc bag and combine. Put enough oil in a large skillet (that has a lid) to just cover the bottom of the pan and heat over med. high heat. Drop each piece of cubed steak into the bag and shake to coat. Place in the oil and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove to a plate and drain off any excess grease. Using the same skillet, reduce the heat to low and stir in the soup and milk, combine well. Add the potatoes and onions to the skillet and then add the meat back into the pan. Cover and cook on low for 1 hour. Season with a little salt and pepper just before serving.
NOTE: If using the crock pot, brown the meat and then place in the bottom of the crock pot, top with the onions and potatoes and then combine the soup and milk and pour over the top. Cover and cook on low for 4 hours.
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If You Open a Watermelon and See This
If You Open a Watermelon and See This …Throw It Out
Cutting into a watermelon is usually a refreshing moment — bright red flesh, sweet aroma, and plenty of juice. But if you slice one open and notice foam bubbling or oozing from the inside, stop immediately and throw it away. This isn’t a harmless oddity. It’s a clear warning sign that the watermelon has begun to ferment and spoil, and eating it could be dangerous.
Why Foaming Watermelon Is a Red Flag
Watermelon is naturally high in sugar, which makes it especially vulnerable to bacteria and yeast. When these microorganisms infiltrate the fruit, they feed on the sugars and begin a fermentation process. As this happens, gases like carbon dioxide build up inside the melon.
Eventually, that pressure needs to escape. When it does, the gas mixes with liquid inside the fruit and pushes out as foam or bubbling liquid through cracks in the flesh or rind. Essentially, the watermelon has turned into a small fermentation chamber.
Food safety experts warn that consuming fermented watermelon may expose you to harmful pathogens such as E. coli, Salmonella, or, in rare but severe cases, toxins associated with botulism. The most dangerous part is that the spoilage often starts internally, meaning the rind can look perfectly normal while the inside is already unsafe.
Other Signs Your Watermelon Has Gone Bad
Foam is one of the most obvious indicators, but it’s not the only one. Watch for these warning signs:
Sour or unpleasant smell: Fresh watermelon should smell lightly sweet, never sharp or acidic.
Slimy or mushy texture: Flesh that feels slippery or overly soft is breaking down.
Fizzy or tingling taste: A carbonated sensation points to active fermentation.
Dark or sunken spots: Discoloration or depressions inside the fruit often signal decay.
Cracks in the rind: These openings allow bacteria and air to enter, speeding spoilage.
If you notice any of these, it’s best to play it safe and discard the melon.
How Heat Makes Things Worse
Hot weather dramatically increases the risk of watermelon fermentation. Heat accelerates bacterial growth and metabolic activity, meaning spoilage can happen quickly — sometimes before there’s any visible external damage. In extreme cases, pressure buildup inside the melon can even cause it to crack or burst when you try to cut it.
To slow this process:
Store whole watermelons in a cool place or refrigerate when possible
Refrigerate cut watermelon immediately
Consume cut pieces within a few days
How to Protect Yourself
A few simple precautions can reduce your risk of spoiled fruit:
Inspect before cutting: Avoid melons with soft spots, cracks, or damp areas.
Wash the rind: Rinse thoroughly under running water before slicing to prevent contamination.
Use clean tools: Always cut with a clean knife on a clean surface.
Check after cutting: Look, smell, and sample a small piece before eating.
Refrigerate promptly: Store leftovers wrapped and chilled below 4°C (39°F).
Dispose safely: Seal spoiled melons in a bag before throwing them away to prevent leaks.
The Bottom Line
Foaming inside a watermelon is not something to ignore. It’s a sign that the fruit is actively breaking down and may contain harmful microbes. Even if some sections appear normal, once fermentation begins, the entire watermelon is unsafe. When it comes to food safety, it’s always better to throw it out than risk getting sick.
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After nearly nine decades of life, these remarkable quadruplet siblings share something truly rare—the gift of still being together. At 89 years old, they don’t just celebrate another birthday; they celebrate a lifetime of shared memories, unbreakable bonds, and the quiet miracle of enduring side by side through it all.
From childhood laughter to the trials of adulthood, they have walked every path together. They have faced loss, fear, and uncertainty, yet also embraced countless moments of joy, love, and triumph. Through changing times and shifting seasons, one thing has remained constant: their presence in each other’s lives. In every hardship, there was always a hand to hold. In every celebration, a familiar face to share the joy.
Their story is more than longevity—it is a testament to faith, resilience, and the deep strength found in family. Each wrinkle carries the weight of years lived fully, and each smile reflects a heart shaped by love and grace. Together, they are a living reminder that life’s greatest blessing is not measured in years alone, but in the people who walk beside us through them.
This is not simply a birthday. It is a celebration of a life richly lived, sustained by connection, and guided by a grace that has never let go.
