So often we believe other older cultures are the only ones offering a tradition of belief that generate stories which compel us to travel there because we may find this missing in our current culture. The history behind this story caught our attention as it speaks to a heritage near Door County and one which might be of interest on your next trip up.     

       This story begins in Champion, Belgium were a devout young woman had promised her life to serve God until her life was upended. 

        In 1855 Adele Brise was 24 when her parents decided to emigrate to the United States. Like so many immigrants from Europe who were seeking a fresh start, they sought out a countryside that reminded them of the area they had left. The Brise Family moved to Red River, just north of Green Bay, in Kewaunee County. Her family bought 240 acres, where they began to farm their land. Adele settled into life on the farm supposing her opportunity for mission work was over. But in the fall of 1859 as she walked on a heavily wooded Indian trail she beheld an apparition of a beautiful woman in a gorgeous white robe and crown of stars which appeared between trees near the trail.  The woman did not speak and quickly disappeared.

2 lbs. of boneless      beef chuck roast

1 can(28oz.)

whole tomatoes

1 can(15oz) tomato   sauce

1 large onion, thinly sliced

2 carrots, shredded

2 lbs. green cabbage, shredded

4 c water

3/4 c sugar

1/2 c lemon juice

1 T caraway seeds

2 t salt

1 t black pepper

Slow cooker Directions:

1) Cut beef into 4 pieces. spray large skillet with nonstick spray; heat over medium-high heat. Brown meat on all sides; transfer to slow cooker. Add tomatoes, tomato sauce, onions, carrots, cabbage, water, sugar, lemon juice, caraway seeds, salt and pepper. Cover; cook on low for 6 to 8 hours.

2) Remove beef from slow cooker. Shred beef and return to slow cooker; heat through.

Makes 8-10 servings for very satisfied guests!