DOUBLE DECKER MARBLED MELTAWAY FUDGE FROM HERSHEY'S

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HOLIDAY EGGNOG PIE

My grandson loves eggnog.  He wants us to make this pie.  Thought you might be interested, too.  It is from TOH and Philadelphia Cream Cheese.

• 4 ounces PHILADELPHIA® Cream Cheese, softened
• 1 tablespoon butter, softened
• 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
• 1/4 cup eggnog
• 2 tablespoons sour cream
• 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
• 1-1/2 cups whipped topping
• 1 graham cracker crust (9 inches)
• 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg

1. In a small bowl, beat the cream cheese, butter and confectioners' sugar until smooth. Beat in the eggnog, sour cream and pie spice. Fold in whipped topping; spread into crust. Sprinkle with nutmeg.
2. Cover and freeze for 4 hours or until firm. Remove from the freezer 15 minutes before slicing. 
3. Yield: 8 servings.

HASH BROWN & SAUSAGE BREAKFAST CASSEROLE

This recipe is from the Southern Lady Cooks facebook page.  I like it because it goes together quickly and you can go on about your business while it bakes.  You can also make it the night before, cover and refrigerate it then bake it the next morning.  If you refrigerate overnight you may need to add a few additional minutes of baking.

2 lbs. frozen hash browns, regular or Southern style
1 onion chopped
1 green pepper chopped
2 lbs. sausage or ham (could also use bacon or smoked sausage or any meat you like.
10 eggs beaten
Salt and pepper to taste
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, Optional
1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Oil for cooking hash browns
Heat oil, add hash browns, onion and peppers. Cook till potatoes begin to brown. Spray 9 x 13 baking dish with cooking spray. Spread potato mixture in pan, top with cooked sausage or ham. Pour beaten eggs over all and season with salt and pepper and garlic. Gently stir to coat all ingredients with eggs. Sprinkle with cheese. Can refrigerate overnight and then bake.
Bake uncovered at 375 degrees for 35 to 40 minutes. Makes 8 servings.  Enjoy.

Note: You can make half this recipe, too. You can use any kind of meat you like.

AMAZING ZITI

1 lb extra-lean ground beef
2 medium carrots shredded
2 cans (10 3/4-oz) reduced-fat condensed tomato soup
2 1/2 cups water
8-oz ziti
2 tsp basil
1 tsp onion powder
1 tsp garlic powder
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Cook the ground beef and carrots in a 4-quart Dutch oven over medium heat until beef is no longer pink; drain off fat.  Add the soup, water, ziti, basil, onion and garlic powders to the Dutch oven.  Bring to a boil and reduce heat.  Cover and cook approximately 25 minutes until the ziti is tender; stir occasionally during cooking.

Stir in the mozzarella cheese.

When serving, sprinkle with the Parmesan cheese.

CREAM CHEESE SAUSAGE BALLS

I got this recipe from a friend who said it is a modified Pinterest recipe.  I am going to make these.  I think the addition of cream cheese sounds good.

CREAM CHEESE SAUSAGE BALLS

1 lb hot sausage, uncooked (or any sausage you prefer)
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1 1/4 cups Bisquick
4 oz cheddar cheese, shredded

Preheat oven to 400F.

Mix all ingredients until well combined. (I use my KitchenAid mixer with the dough hook attachment) Roll into 1-inch balls. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until brown.

Sausage balls may be frozen uncooked. If baking frozen, add a few minutes to the baking time.

** NOTE - You can use Gluten Free Bisquick for those that are Celiac or eating Gluten Free! 

** Modified from Pinterest Recipe

MICROWAVE PEANUT BUTTER FUDGE

I got this recipe from a cousin.

1 lb box Confectioners sugar
2 T butter
1/3 C milk
1 C peanut butter

Place sugar, butter and milk in a large mixing bowl. Cook in the microwave 2 minutes on high. Take out, beat ingredients with hand mixer until combined. Microwave 30 seconds more, then add peanut butter and mix by hand or mixer until combined. Spread in foil lined 8x8 pan. Let cool then cut and ENJOY! Everyone will LOVE this!!!!!!!

TINY CHOCOLATE CREAM TARTS

10 to 12 (3-inch size) prepared tart crusts
1 can (14-oz) sweetened condensed milk
2 tbsps orange-flavored liqueur or orange juice
2 tbsp cold water
1 pkg (4-serving size) instant chocolate pudding mix
1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 cup whipping cream, whipped

In a large mixer bowl, beat the milk, liqueur or juice, and cold water until blended; add pudding mix and cocoa powder.  Beat mixture until smooth.  Fold in the whipped cream.

Spoon equal portions of the pudding into the tart crusts.

Chill until set.

Garnish with fresh fruit, nuts, or whipped cream if desired.

Leftovers should be refrigerated.

TROPICAL CRUNCH SNACK MIX

Perfect for munching or for gift-giving.

1 can (12-oz) honey-roasted peanuts
1 can (10-oz) salted cashews
10-oz dried banana chips
8-oz dried pineapple pieces
6-oz coconut chips

Combine all the ingredients together in a large bowl, stirring to mix well.  Serve immediately or store in an air-tight container.  To give as gifts, put mix in cellophane bags and tie with curly ribbon.

Yield: 11 cups mix

PAULA DEEN'S QUICK AND EASY CHICKEN POT PIE

2 (10 3/4-ounce) cans cream of chicken soup
1 cup sour cream
1/2 cup milk
1/2 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 (1-pound) package frozen mixed vegetables, thawed
3 cups chopped cooked chicken
1 1/2 cups Bisquick baking mix
1/2 cup grated sharp Cheddar cheese
1/2 cup milk

Preheat oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a 13x9x2-inch baking dish.

In a large bowl, combine soup, and next 6 ingredients. Stir in vegetables and chicken. Spoon mixture into prepared baking dish; set aside.

In a small bowl, combine baking mix and cheese. Add milk, stirring just until dry ingredients are moistened. Drop biscuits by heaping tablespoonfuls evenly over chicken mixture. Bake 35 to 40 minutes, or until biscuits are browned and pot pie is hot and bubbly.

Recipe is from an old Cooking With Paula Deen Magazine.

RANCH OYSTER CRACKERS

3/4 cup salad oil
1 envelope ranch salad dressing mix
1/2 tsp dried dill
1/4 tsp lemon pepper
1/4 tsp garlic powder
1 pkg (12-16 oz) oyster crackers

Whisk together the first 5 ingredients.  Pour over the crackers, stirring to coat well.  Place on baking sheets and bake at 275 degrees for 15-20 minutes.  Store in airtight container.

Note: Recipe from my cousin Jeannie who has always served the best food at parties.

BUTTER BOILED CORN ON THE COB

Tis the season for fresh corn on the cob.  And the internet is buzzing with ways to prepare said corn.  This is one I saw this morning that I have never heard of.  It was posted by one of my friends who had gotten it elsewhere so I have no idea who to credit.  There were several comments to the post from people who had tried it.  Most were saying it was wonderful.  One lady from Iowa said she couldn't tell any difference. Several said it requires no butter when served.  Here it is if you want to try it.

Fill pot with water then add a stick of salted butter and 1 cup of milk. Bring to a rapid boil. Put ears of corn in turn heat to low simmer for 5-8 minutes ! It will be the best corn on the cob you have ever had !!!