The Definition Of Insanity

formattc said:   ...is repeatedly doing the same thing the same way while expecting a different outcome. So why do I always make Hamburger Helper in my square skillet that I have no lid for when I KNOW the directions say to cook it covered?

We may never know....

that's not the only thing you do that proves you're insane....

*just sayin'*

mm hamburger helper - What kind?

If I wasn't having dinner with friends at Armadillo Willys tonight, I might make that myself. I add a can of no-salt green beans so it's "healthy".

I just made some of their new "more cheesier then ever" cheeseburger version last week. It tasted pretty awful, chalky cheese.

It's been a while but I remember them tasting better than that, could have just been that flavor.

Haven't had any Hamburger Helper in years (over here, it would be "Venison Helper" since I don't eat beef). We do like Zatarain's Southern Stroganoff mix a lot, though.

BitemeIamtoxic said:   sublimosa said:   Do they still make Tuna Helper Tuna Pot Pie?
That stuff was yummy!
And had enough sodium to fel an elephant.

I miss Starkist Tuna pot pies.
I'm so jealous of your username
can we trade?
I want something with "bite me" in my username oh, heck or even in my custom title!
sigh

Credit where credit is due.

/Bites sublimosa/

formattc said:   ...is repeatedly doing the same thing the same way while expecting a different outcome. So why do I always make Hamburger Helper in my square skillet that I have no lid for when I KNOW the directions say to cook it covered?

We may never know.... Why does your religion prohibit aluminum foil or square lids?

Um, I have a slightly different definition of insanity. Anyone want to go to work with me?

formattc said:   So why do I always make Hamburger Helper in my square skillet that I have no lid for when I KNOW the directions say to cook it covered? For a while when the kids were young we made this and I did not have a lid for my frying pan but I found a way around this. I cooked the noodles almost done in a pot, drained them, then proceeded to make as directed on the box. Came out right every time.

And count me in as one of those who has not made HH in years. Kids just don't like it anymore. I have a few boxes in the pantry I was meaning to donate, but probably expired now.

larrymoencurly said:   formattc said:   ...is repeatedly doing the same thing the same way while expecting a different outcome. So why do I always make Hamburger Helper in my square skillet that I have no lid for when I KNOW the directions say to cook it covered?

We may never know.... Why does your religion prohibit aluminum foil or square lids?

No, apparently my lack of imagination does.

MajorDarkside said:   larrymoencurly said:   formattc said:   ...is repeatedly doing the same thing the same way while expecting a different outcome. So why do I always make Hamburger Helper in my square skillet that I have no lid for when I KNOW the directions say to cook it covered?

We may never know.... Why does your religion prohibit aluminum foil or square lids?

He's used all the foil making steaks.

momgoingbroke said:   Kandykornhead said:   momgoingbroke said:   Came out right every time. That reminds me: I have to put the batteries back in the smoke alarm!
FixedYou all have gotten a lot of mileage out of my tendency to get distracted while cooking! I'll have you know I can pour milk on cereal with the best of them!

Oh look, a squirrel.

Fixed.

larrymoencurly said:   mewhojen said:   Um, I have a slightly different definition of insanity. Anyone want to go to work with me?Is it dirty?
sometimes poo is flung..so yes

As long as you're not eating Hamburger Helper straight from the box, you're not insane. I haven't had it in years. Still, it's an acceptable product for those training to be a burger lover but still can't eat 100% burger.

DutchDutch said:   That is not the definition of insanity. Here's proof:

I sit down with a six-pack.
First beer's a little bitter and too cold.
Second in just a little bit bitter.
Third has lost all bitterness and is perfect temperature.
Fourth is best yet.
Fifth is really pretty great.
Sixth is top 10 I've ever tried.

Same thing. Different results.There's such a thing as a beer too cold?? Back in the day, I would have disagreed!

momgoingbroke said:   DutchDutch said:   That is not the definition of insanity. Here's proof:

I sit down with a six-pack.
First beer's a little bitter and too cold.
Second in just a little bit bitter.
Third has lost all bitterness and is perfect temperature.
Fourth is best yet.
Fifth is really pretty great.
Sixth is top 10 I've ever tried.

Same thing. Different results.There's such a thing as a beer too cold?? Back in the day, I would have disagreed!
Absolutely! Below 54 degrees, your taste buds start shutting down. It's why beer manufacturers who make really shitty beer recommend that you serve it REALLY cold. Because you can't tell the difference between good beer and bad beer if its cold enough.

StevenColorado said:   morecowbell said:   sublimosa said:   BitemeIamtoxic said:   sublimosa said:   Do they still make Tuna Helper Tuna Pot Pie?
That stuff was yummy!
And had enough sodium to fel an elephant.

I miss Starkist Tuna pot pies.
I'm so jealous of your username
can we trade?
I want something with "bite me" in my username oh, heck or even in my custom title!
sigh/me bites limo

ETA i see that steven beat me to it

No problem. We can both bite her at the same time. Long's you don't have possessiveness issues.

Pics!