Berry syrup

I made some delicious blueberry syrup for our waffles this morning. I found this recipe here. But I changed it a little to suit my needs. It made about 6 servings I think, depending on how excited you got about it. (not 6 pancakes, people)

• 1 c. water
• 1 c. sugar
• 3 c. blueberries (or any kind of berry frozen is ok)
  
• 1 1/2 T. cornstarch or arrowroot powder
• 1 T. water

1. In a medium saucepan, combine water and sugar. Bring to a slow boil and boil for about 5 minutes, stirring frequently.

2. Add berries to syrup, reduce heat and simmer another 5 minutes. In a small bowl, stir together the cornstarch or arrowroot powder with the water. Slowly stir into the syrup, bring back to a boil and cook until thickened. (If you want it thicker/thinner you can use more or less cornstarch respectively)

3. If you are Amy and hate fruity texture you could put it in the blender, you might need to add cornstarch to make it thicker, I dont know what the blue berries will do.

Macaroni and beef

One of my favorite dishes growing up was Macaroni and Beef. My mom doesnt use a recipe she just adds tomato products and stuff till it tastes right to her. It ends up a little different every time. Today I made it and this is what I used:

1 lb macaroni (any pasta would work)
1 onion
1 1/2 lb ground turkey or beef (I always have cooked frozen)
1 can petite diced tomatoes
1 can italian diced tomatoes
2 small cans tomato sauce
1/2 cups grated parmesan cheese

1. Boil the pasta, drain.
   
2. Chop the onion and saute in the pot you just cooked the pasta in until it starts to turn brown in spots.
3. Add ground turkey or beef, tomatoes, and tomato sauce.
   
4. Add the pasta to the tomato mixture.
5. Stir well and add the parmesan.
6. Serves 8