Great Depression Cooking Episode:1 – Pasta with Peas
By Leighann on Jan 27, 2009 in Vegetarian Cooking, What's Cooking?
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91 year old cook and great grandmother, Clara, recounts her childhood during the Great Depression as she prepares meals from the era. Learn how to make simple yet delicious dishes while listening to stories from the Depression. These recipes and tips are just as relevant today, as we deal with layoffs, slow economy, and higher food prices. Look for more videos by Clara to follow. This dish is also vegetarian!
Ingredients needed:
1 potato
1 small onion
1 can of peas
olive oil
enough water to cook the pasta
salt and pepper
pasta
tomato sauce (optional)
grated cheese (optional)
love the video and thanks for the great dish idea for the coming hard times.
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temprs
| Jan 26, 2009 | Reply
I just love these videos. She ist a dear. Makes me want to hug her. Thank you very much for the videos!!!
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NikadoZiriguidum
| Jan 26, 2009 | Reply
it does look good!
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hannaremnant
| Jan 26, 2009 | Reply
This reminds me of my grandmother and one of the meals she used to cook – goulash I think she called it.
Thanks for posting – I’ll bet this lady is a mine of information!
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Colonoscope
| Jan 26, 2009 | Reply
She is a TRUE “National Treasure”…please tell her for me. I watch her videos and I can’t believe, I… as a fast food guy, could even be interested….but I am! Hard to understand but she is great. If she had more stories, she could be bigger than Rachel Ray..
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1310monster
| Jan 26, 2009 | Reply
This looks suprisingly delicious considering how little is needed to make it. Through thick and thin we will always find a way to survive. Thanks for this video Clara!
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qwerqwerg
| Jan 26, 2009 | Reply
Love this video…and I’m going to try it
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Midnightryder7
| Jan 26, 2009 | Reply
Thank you so much for sharing Clara!!! My grandparents lived through the depression but they didn’t leave many recipes behind so I want you to know how much your recipes help.
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underdogphoto
| Jan 26, 2009 | Reply
Hi Clara,
I want to “Thank You” too. You are a real sweetheart. I enjoyed your video and plan to make this recipe. It looks wonderful.God Bless You!!
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Deb179
| Jan 26, 2009 | Reply
I agree! Thank you for the value and wisdom you bring to everyone. Isn’t the internet great? You are influencing people all around the world! Have a wonderful day Clara!
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shebirths
| Jan 26, 2009 | Reply
Senile!
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georgebushfkd
| Jan 26, 2009 | Reply
These videos are wonderful. I am always looking for frugal, healthy recipes. You are a delight, Clara, and I thank you for sharing with us. I hope you make many more videos. Also, your stories from your youth is so interesting to hear. Thanks again!
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Michigansnowpony
| Jan 26, 2009 | Reply
That looks very kid-friendly, too! My picky sister might even eat it.
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rosey4exclaim
| Jan 26, 2009 | Reply
thanks for sharing that
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raulitech
| Jan 26, 2009 | Reply
One potato has 48% of your vitamin C for the day -they were always a staple in my parents’ diet growing up, too.
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lizajane54
| Jan 26, 2009 | Reply
Potatoes were pretty expensive “back then” and A LOT of people grew their own. My nana still has a huge garden…and never buys retail anymore.
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CuckingFracked
| Jan 26, 2009 | Reply
I love these videos!
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ASU1999
| Jan 26, 2009 | Reply
Thank God for you..you have tought me so much..My mom went through the depression. I alway wondered why we always had potatos..you are amazing..God Bless
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rodneyshelby
| Jan 26, 2009 | Reply
This video made me cry.
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DonnaSilverstein
| Jan 26, 2009 | Reply
Clara is amazing. I hope I am that spry at 91.
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Bredac
| Jan 26, 2009 | Reply
I wish I could give Clara a big kiss on those cute cheeks. What a treasure
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cloudzbabe
| Jan 26, 2009 | Reply
Yay go Grandma!!!!!
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BELTED007
| Jan 26, 2009 | Reply
Thank you for posting
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kwill81
| Jan 26, 2009 | Reply
Now-a-days it’s not so much a depression meal but a university meal!! Its cheap and nourrishing!! haha I’m subscribing Grandma!
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trycom88
| Jan 26, 2009 | Reply
That meal looks wonderful Clara!!
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cflockking
| Jan 26, 2009 | Reply