I guess everyone knows them – the packaged mixes for pasta, casserole dishes, etc. you can find in basically every supermarket all over the world. The package normally contains spices, (artificial) flavors, and stuff like that and you add pasta, meat, veggies, or whatever to create a dish. These packages are quite popular because they promise great flavors and a dish that is ready in no time. Well… I think there is no need for stuff like that. Most of the time you can create the same dish with ingredients and spices you already have at home. This Cabbage Stew with Minced Meat & Potatoes is a good example here. So easy to prepare and very delicious ;)