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Beef and Noodles photo coming soon
1861-1900
Beef and noodles is plainspoken comfort food: slow-cooked beef, rich broth, and egg noodles served as a main dish or over mashed potatoes. It fits the railroad, boardinghouse, and settlement table because it stretches a roast into a filling meal and reflects German and Amish noodle traditions carried into the Midwest and Great Plains.
The Melting Pot
Boardinghouse Meatloaf photo coming soon
1861-1900
Boardinghouse meatloaf fits kitchens that had to feed many people from affordable ingredients. Ground meat, binders, vegetables, and a sweet-tangy glaze made a loaf that sliced neatly, stretched well, and reheated for leftovers.