Memere's Goulash

This recipe is based on one of my favorite recipes from growing up. My mom calls this Hamburg Skillet Casserole, but, in our house, we call it Memere's Goulash. My husband called it that one night and the name stuck. (Memere is the French-Canadian way to say Grandmother.) Let this be a lesson - give something a catchy name or someone else will pick one for you.

Several years ago, we were stuck in a New York toll lane behind another silver Honda Civic. The other car had a bumper sticker, cross hanging from the rear view mirror, and a nun in full habit driving it. So, ever since, my own little silver Honda Civic has been called "The Nun Car". I say it again, give something a catchy name or someone else will pick one for you.

Memere's Goulash

1 lb lean ground beef

2 Tbsp parsley

4 beef bouillon cubes

1/2 tsp garlic powder

1/2 tsp black pepper

3 c water

2 c carrots, sliced

2 c noodles

3 c frozen green beans or peas

Brown meat, then mix in the parsley, garlic powder, pepper, bouillon cubes, water, and carrots. Simmer the mixture for 15 minutes, then add noodles and green beans or peas. Cook for an additional 15 minutes. Serves 3.