I used a full stick of butter during the entire cook.  I also threw in some italian seasoning, garlic pepper, and onion salt.  The first time I made it I threw in some chipotle pepper flakes.  Left them out this time as I knew the audience had some people that didnt like spicy food.

The crock pot that we kept the food in for the event was empty when we left.  Second time that this dish SOLD OUT!

Its a great comfort food that is reminiscent of the Pennsylvania Dutch menu.

That looks really good, about the only thing I may add would be to melt a stick of butter over low temp and toss in a few cloves of fresh chopped or even  fresh grated garlic. Then dump it over the top and mix in.

Hearty, rib sticking meals, my favorite!

Steelers Casserole
Onion (1-2 large)
Cabbage (1 large head)
Kielbasa (I used some jalapeno and cheddar and some Hillshire Farms beef sausage)
Mini Pierogies (I used a bag from Walmart Mrs T's)
Farafele (1 box)

Saute the pierogies until browned and set aside
Saute sliced sausage if not already precooked
Cook onions until browned
Cook cabbage until browned
Cook pasta in separate pot until done and drained
Mix it all together in very large pot

I found this recipe (or something similar) on the internet a few weeks ago.  Made it for first round of college playoffs party and everyone seemed to enjoy it.  So, I am taking it to first round of NFL playoff party today.

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Looks great to me and you are doing a wonderful job!  But, come on JD -- have them wash their hands and get in that meat and mix it by hand!  Even professional chefs recommend doing that

Looked very good and the kids getting involved and helping is great. Nothing wrong with the video and even some comedy in it. How did the family like the finished product?

No help with editing, the videos i put up are just as they are. I need to look in to editing software and how to make it work.

Keep up the fantastic work.

Yes great deal on the pork loins. usually 1.99+ a pound here, local store had them for 1.49 before new years. Some good jerky material.

This is a great thing, hope it works out the way you envision it. We will of course want to see those cooking videos.

You might want to be careful about what you ask for! Here's the link: https://youtu.be/-0JtbiDzQoQ?si=QZ4pLLqtq9Ptlqk2

For the meatloaf we are using 2 lbs. of meat. There was an option for ground beef, pork, turkey, or chicken. They could mix and match any two if they would like, or get 2 lbs. of any one protein. I guess I should not have been surprised when every family opted for just beef!

The trick for the video was to try and do everything in one take, to limit editing. There were three different elements to include: The meatloaf, veggies, and the glaze. For the first time ever doing something like this, I think we did okay. If anyone has any suggestions, especially regarding video editing programs, please let me know. Cheap is good, free is best!!

The family I worked with had fun. Meals go out on Sunday. Then we will see what the real critics have to say! Next week is Kristin's Chicken Casserole.

Meatloaf Ingredients:   
2lbs Ground Beef
1 Sweet Onion
2 tsp. Minced Garlic
2/3 cup Breadcrumbs
1 Cup Whole Milk
2 Eggs
1 tsp. Dried Parsley
1/2 tsp Oregano
1/4 tsp Tyme
1/2 tsp Salt
1/4 tsp Pepper

Glaze Ingredients:
3 oz Ketchup
1 oz Brown Sugar
1 oz BBQ Sauce

Vegetables:
2 lbs. Potatoes
2 lbs. Carrots
1/4 Cup Olive Oil
1 TBSP Oregano
Salt and Pepper to taste

I wish I had been paying attention to the price of the Loin's at the time.  I cant buy chicken for that per pound price!

It looks like the chuck has better marbling than some of them ribeyes to me.  One of the ribeyes looked good though.