Jake's Stir Fry

There is no picture of this hearty, filling comfort food.

There are reasons for that.

But please be assured that it tastes much better than it looks.

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10 oz sliced mushrooms
1 green pepper cut in small (1 cm) pieces
1 clove garlic (or to taste), pressed or chopped fine
1 lb hamburger

Pinch smoked paprika
Pinch cayenne
Salt & black pepper to taste (fresh ground black pepper recommended if available)
Dash A1
Dash Worcestershire sauce

2 Tbsp cream cheese (about a 1/4" thick slice off a typical block)
¾ cup sour cream

1 tsp “Better than Bouillon”, Marmite, or similar to bring back the umami. (Do not add Vegemite. Vegemite is an abomination.)

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Brown mushrooms over med-high heat to bring out flavor. Flip infrequently to allow browning.

Add green pepper. Stir occasionally.

When the pepper starts to turn brighter green, add the hamburger and garlic. Salt immediately; when the salt is added affects the texture.

Brown the hamburger. Add the spices and sauces, stirring them in.

Stir in the cream cheese and sour cream. Stir in your chosen umami enhancer to taste.

Serve over mashed potatoes.