In the face of Mongol invasions during the Middle Ages‚ the Kamakura Bakufu and their samurai demonstrated strategic prowess in defending Japan. Often overshadowed by tales of typhoons and samurai duels‚ the government's meticulous preparations are integral to the narrative. Diplomatic exchanges with the Mongols began in 1266‚ leading to escalating tensions. Hojo Tokimune‚ the energetic ruler‚ anticipated the threat and fortified Kyushu‚ a vulnerable entry point. Aware of the Mongol fleet construction in Korea‚ he implemented measures to bolster defenses‚ facing legal and financial challenges. The first Mongol invasion in 1274 saw the Kamakura Bakufu's preparations pay off. Local gokenin and reinforcements from Honshu met the Yuan forces at Hakata Bay‚ showcasing superior archery skills. The Japanese resistance exceeded Mongol expectations‚ prompting a strategic withdrawal. Read moreSection: VideosHistoryFamous PeopleRead Later 

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Hamburger Steak Skillet Casserole consists of a hearty ground beef mixture in a thick gravy with diced tomatoes covered with a layer of white cheddar mashed potatoes. It tastes like a southern hamburger steak or salisbury steak except in casserole form. It’s like a southern version of Shepherd’s Pie and it is so good. One Pan Meal This Hamburger Steak Skillet Casserole feeds at least 6 people and it reheats well. It’s so hearty and comforting. Perfect for a cold winter night and I love that everything is made in one pan. Kitchen Tools Needed You’ll want to use etiher a 12-inch cast iron pan or a 12-inch oven-safe pan to make this recipe. How To Make Hamburger Steak Skillet Casserole You’ll begin by browning 2 pounds of lean ground beef‚ a cup of chopped onion‚ and 2 (8-ounce) packages of cremini mushrooms that have been quartered. If you’re not a fan of mushrooms‚ just leave them out. You could add a little diced green bell pepper. Next you’ll add garlic‚ salt‚ pepper‚ and dried thyme for seasoning. One quarter cup of flour gets added. It will help thicken the gravy. Next add a can of diced tomatoes‚ a can of condensed French onion soup‚ a cup of beef broth‚ a tablespoon of red wine vinegar‚ parsley‚ and garlic powder. Let this mixture simmer 10 minutes. If needed‚ you can stop at this point and refrigerate the beef mixture overnight and proceed with the recipe the next day. Next‚ boil some peeled and chopped Yukon Gold potatoes until soft. Mash them with butter‚ milk‚ and shredded white cheddar cheese. Spread the mashed potatoes on top of the ground beef mixture and broil for 3 to 5 minutes to get everything hot. Recipe Notes Leave the mushrooms out if you don’t like them or try using a cup of thawed frozen mixed veggies in their place. If you want to spice this casserole up some‚ add half a teaspoon of crushed red pepper flakes. Fresh thyme can be used in place of dried thyme. Use about 1 to 2 teaspoons. Or use rosemary in place of thyme. How To Serve This is a hearty and deliciously rich meal that’s best served with a green salad and maybe some Yeast Rolls. Also goes great with a side of green peas‚ Southern-Style Green Beans or Cracker Barrel Baby Limas. How To Store Leftovers will keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 4 days and can be reheated in a microwave. More Comfort Food Dinners Cubed Steak with Onion Gravy Salisbury Steak Chicken-Fried Steak Swiss Steak Hamburger Steaks with Bourbon Mushroom Gravy Beef Stew Chicken Fried Steak with Jalapeno Bacon Gravy Print Hamburger Steak Skillet Casserole Hamburger Steak Skillet Casserole consists of a hearty ground beef mixture in a thick gravy with diced tomatoes covered with a layer of white cheddar mashed potatoes. Course Main DishCuisine Southern Prep Time 10 minutes minutesCook Time 25 minutes minutesTotal Time 35 minutes minutes Servings 6 Ingredients1 tablespoon olive or vegetable oil2 pounds lean ground beef1 cup chopped yellow onion2 (8-ounce) packages cremini mushrooms‚ quartered3 garlic cloves‚ minced1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon black pepper1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1/4 cup all-purpose flour1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes‚ undrained1 (10.5-ounce) can condensed French onion soup1 cup beef broth1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley1 tablespoon red wine vinegar1/4 teaspoon garlic powder3 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes4 tablespoons butter‚ softened1 cup milk‚ warmed1 1/2 cups shredded sharp white cheddar cheesesalt and pepper InstructionsHeat oil in a 12-inch cast iron pan over medium-high heat. Add ground beef‚ onion‚ and mushrooms. Break ground beef apart as it cooks and cook until beef is browned and onion and mushrooms are soft‚ about 5 minutes.Add garlic‚ salt‚ pepper‚ and thyme and cook 1 minute.Stir flour into mixture and cook 1 minute.Stir in tomatoes‚ condensed French onion soup‚ beef broth‚ parsley‚ vinegar‚ and garlic powder.Simmer for 10 minutes‚ stirring occasionally.Meanwhile‚ peel potatoes and cut into 1 1/2-inch chunks. Place in a pot and cover with water. Add salt to the water ( a few teaspoons) and bring to a boil. Simmer until potatoes are soft.Drain potatoes. add butter‚ milk‚ and cheese. Mash with a potato masher until smooth. Season to taste with salt and pepper.Spread potatoes on top of beef mixture. Transfer pan to oven and broil for about 3 to 5 minutes. Want to Save This Recipe?Save This Recipe Recipe adapted from Cast Iron Cooking Magazine Originally posted January 5‚ 2019. Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. The post Hamburger Steak Skillet Casserole appeared first on Spicy Southern Kitchen.

U.S. — The world's first time machine has finally been completed‚ opening up boundless possibilities for humanity to research the depths of history or peer into the shrouded future. However‚ sources report that everyone allowed to use the technology just keeps traveling back in time to 2001 so they can watch Peter Jackson's Fellowship of the Ring in theaters again.

No one has ever said that having a baby is easy. In fact‚ many people will happily tell you how difficult it is to not only get through the birthing process but the first few months after giving birth as well. But there's something that happens during the immediate days after giving birth to a human that is so foul that no one talks about it.It's the quietest kept secret of child birth and it may not be because other moms don't want to share all the ins and outs of postpartum. In all honesty‚ it's probably not talked about out of sheer embarrassment and confusion on if they're the only person this has happened to because they also were not warned. But thanks to social media‚ more seasoned moms and medical professionals are ripping the metaphoric curtains back to let the sun shine on this totally normal part of having a baby. Sarah Biggers-Stewart does a weekly series called "Taboo Tuesday" where she talks about the more sensitive topics of parenting and womanhood. In one of her recent videos discussing postpartum someone writes‚ "that postpartum STANK omg. Was not prepared. Stewart created a video response to elaborate on the awful smell that comes after having a baby."I know it sounds grotesque because it is grotesque. And it really didn't matter what I did‚ the smell followed me for weeks. I'd use the bathroom and the smell would hang in the air to the point where I would tell my husband don't go in there‚" Stewart confesses.This isn't something that's unique to these two moms that should probably be discussed in hushed tones over crying newborns. No‚ this is an actual thing that happens to a lot of women but just isn't talked about. Everyone's favorite labor and delivery nurse‚ Jen Hamilton was summoned by commenters to ease the fears of expectant moms. Alas‚ Hamilton had no ease to give‚ instead‚ she delivered the honest‚ smelly truth. @thebiggersthebetter Replying to @beca_1_c i wish i was lying but im not and women need to be prepared 🙈 #postpartum #givingbirth #postpartumrecover #girltalk #momtips #realtalk #momlife #protips #havingbabies #thirdtrimester #firsttimemom #newbaby #grwm #chattygrwm #babytalk "Postpartum stink. I'm sorry to tell you‚ it's a thing‚" Hamilton starts her video reply. "Since we're talking about it–the stench. You will have an aroma about your biscuit that you can't help. Ain't nothing to be ashamed of‚ ain't nothing to be afraid of. It's just the way that it is."She goes on to reassure the curious that it's not something that will be obvious to other people but that it will be most noticeable to the person who just had the baby. Hamilton also warns expectant moms to not be alarmed when the smell stays around for weeks. So what does this unspoken aroma smell like?"The smell. If pennies were organic‚ meaning made out of actual living tissue and that tissue was dying and rotting. Am I selling you yet‚" asks Hamilton. "It's just a specific smell and you really just don't understand until you get there‚ you know? It will go away though‚ okay."The videos were like a bat signal summoning the seasoned moms to enter the chat to confirm the weird stench exists‚ likely further horrifying the already horrified moms to be.One mom writes "Omg I thought I had an infection when I smelled the postpartum smell. I was slightly worried."Another mom chimes in‚ "death it smells like death. Currently 2 weeks postpartum.""I smelled like a bag of onions...my entire body‚" one person writes. While another woman reveals‚ "it smells like a rotten forgotten menstrual product. It's been 5 years and that smell still haunts me. @_jen_hamilton_ Replying to @Maggie This nostril opening revelation has expectant moms and hopeful moms alike declaring they've changed their minds on children. Some have gone as far as to ask for a refund."38 weeks‚ how do I go about getting a refund‚" a commenter asks."Cries in 3rd trimester‚" someone writes."36 weeks here and I think I'm more scared of postpartum than delivery‚" another expectant mom expresses.While no one enjoys talking about the uncomfortably personal side of giving birth and everything that happens after‚ it's a long overdue conversation. Armed with this information‚ expectant moms can talk to their doctors beforehand about the odor to get clarity on when the smell may indicate an infection that requires a visit. In the end‚ it's best for the information to be out there so there are far fewer new moms suffering in silence thinking something is gravely amiss.