“Big Ma never made quick-fast-in-a-hurry food. She made food that needed washing before it touched a knife, pot, or pan. Or she made beans that soaked overnight and simmered with neck bones for a good part of the next day. And stewed meat in heavy enamel pots, with bay leaves and carrots and potatoes that soaked up gravy. Big Ma cooked food meant to stick to your insides and keep your belly full. She cooked food that took time.” LoveFamilyFoodCookingGrandmothers Book:P.S. Be Eleven Source: P.S. Be Eleven
“The few times when Big Ma was sick, Uncle Darnell brought in a pizza pie. Big Ma never liked that and always got well the next day so we wouldn’t get used to take-out food.” LoveFamilyHumourCookingGrandmothers Book:P.S. Be Eleven Source: P.S. Be Eleven
