52 Weeks, Week 18

 

52 Weeks to Family Preparedness for Two

Week 18

"Pandemics are global in nature, but their impact is local. When the next pandemic strikes, as it surely will, it is likely to touch the lives of every individual, family, and community. Our task is to make sure when this happens, we will be a Nation prepared." Michael O. Leavitt, Secretary US Dept. of Health

Food Storage and Preparedness Challenge Of The Week:

Food Storage Purchase 8 Cans of Soup

Extra Item Purchase 2 Months of Laundry Soap

Flu Kit Hand sanitizer, medical gloves, and bleach

Family Preparation Have a meeting with your family to discuss Pandemics, what they are, and complete an emergency health sheet for your family, available at the display table, or emailed with this. How will your family take care of each other if someone is sick?

Spiritual Preparedness Before your personal scripture study this week, remember to say a prayer for the Spirit to be with you.

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PIONEER STEW

Makes 8 servings

1 1/4 Cups dried pinto beans (Or kidney beans)

1 (15 oz) can undrained whole kernel corn

1 tsp. salt 1 (15 oz) can undrained tomatoes

½ -1lb. ground beef ½ tsp. chili powder

½ Cup chopped onion 3/4 tsp. salt

½ Cup minced green pepper

½ Cup shredded sharp American cheese

6 - 8 Cups cold water

In large saucepan place washed and drained beans, cold water and salt. Bring to a boil. Cover and simmer 2 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand for 1 hour. Return to heat and simmer 1 hour and 15 minutes. In skillet cook ground beef, chopped onion, and green pepper until meat is browned and vegetables are tender. Drain off fat. Add meat mixture, corn, tomatoes, chili powder and salt to beans. Simmer 20 minutes. Combine 1 Tbsp flour with 2 Tbsp water. Stir into stew. Cook and stir until thickened and bubbly. Stir in cheese.

No Bake Cookies

2 cups sugar

½ cup cocoa

½ cup milk

½ cup margarine

Bring ingredients to a boil in a large saucepan. Boil two minutes, stirring constantly. Stir in: 3 cups rolled oats, and ½ cup coconut. Mix and drop by tablespoon onto waxed paper. Let cool.