Rosie's Popcorn

When the Beazer/Hendrix/Walker family got together Rosie made this delicious caramel/candied Popcorn. I really must share the recipe.

1 & 1/4 cup corn syrup
3 cups brown sugar
1 can sweetened condensed milk
1 stick butter
Mix syrup and sugar and bring to a boil. Add sweetened condensed milk and return to boil. Add butter and stir until softball candy stage. Make sure to stir constantly, to prevent burning.
Coat and mix the caramel over all the popcorn.

this will cover 3 batches of air popped popcorn.

Spinach Dip

I love to make spinach dip, besides it also tastes yummy. I could eat whole batch by myself. I frequently get asked for my recipe, the problem is I don't follow a recipe. I just dump and pour and do what feels right, proportions are really a matter of guessing. I will try my best though to create it on paper, but there will be lots just do what you want in it.

8 oz cream cheese, softened (I have made it with out and with low fat and non fat, it changed the make-up slightly and it just depends on who is coming over and what I have in the fridge)
1 c. (or several large spoonfuls) sour cream (regular or non fat, doesn't matter)
1 c. (or several large spoonfuls) mayonnaise (regular or non fat, doesn't matter, just don't use miracle whip or salad dressing)
1 pkg frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed out (I also use fresh and chop, don't worry about cooking, use as much as feels good
1 can water chestnuts, minced
1 + tbsp ranch dressing mix (use the whole pkg if you want a stronger flavor)
1 + tbsp chopped pimento, (optional, mostly for color, you could regular red pepper and get the same effect)

Whip the cream cheese, sour cream and mayonnaise till creamy, add everything else.
Open a box of crackers and enjoy.

Cheese and Green Chili Dip

Several weeks ago we went playing in the snow with Syd's family. One of his nephews (John) brought this dip. It was a delicious change from the usual ones we make. Can hardly wait to have some folks over to play games so we'll have an excuse to make it.

1 pkg (8oz.) cream cheese, softened
1 1/2 c Cheddar cheese , shredded
1 medium tomato, chopped
1 tbsp onion, minced
1 can (4oz.) diced green chilies
1 tbsp lemon juice
2 tsp instant chicken bouillon granules

In a small bowl beat cream cheese and cheddar cheese until well blended. Stir in rest of ingredients. Chill before serving.
Serve with crackers or Frito's.

Honey Lime Enchiladas

Stayed at a friends cabin and this recipe was on the counter. Decided to try it and I was glad. They are as yummy as it said they would be.

1 1/2 # pork or chicken, shredded.
Sauce:
1/4 c. lime juice
1/3 c. honey
1 tbsp chili powder
1/2 tsp garlic or 1 glove crushed

2 10oz cans green enchilada sauce
1+ cups each of mozzarella and cheddar cheese, shredded
1-2 doz flour tortillas

Mix together sauce then add to meat. Let soak into meat about 20 min.
Lightly spray baking dish (9x13) may need to use a second pan depending on how full you stuff. Pour enough enchilada sauce in bottom to coat entirely.
Fill tortilla shells with shredded meat and desired amount of cheese. Roll in place in dish.
Pour remainder of sauce over and sprinkle generously with more cheese.
Bake at 350 for 30 minutes. Then turn on broiler, place near top until cheese is crispy & lightly browned.
Enjoy.

Freezes well, cover with plastic wrap then foil. Before baking be sure to remove plastic wrap and foil.

Creamy Turkey/Chicken Wild Rice Soup

Syd's sister found this in a newspaper and tried it on us. It was a definite keeper. Everyone had seconds.

1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
2 c. sliced mushrooms
3/4 c. celery, chopped
3/4 c. carrots, chopped or sliced
1/4 c. onions, chopped
1/4 c. flour
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp ground pepper
4 c. chicken broth
1 c. quick cooking or instant wild rice
3 c shredded or chopped cooked chicken or turkey
1/2 c. sour cream
2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (2 tsp dried)

Sauté mushrooms, celery, carrots and onions in oil until soft. Add flour, salt and pepper and cook. Add broth and bring to a boil scrapping up any browned bits. Add rice and reduce to heat to a simmer. Cover and cook until rice is tender, 5-7 minutes. Stir in chicken or turkey, sour cream and parsley. Cook until heated through.

Mexican Pinwheels

This is a nice party dish than can be made ahead. Experiment with it. You might discover something more creative or tasty to add to it.

12 oz. cream cheese, softened
4 oz can diced green chilies
4 1/2 oz can chopped black olives
3 or 4 green onions chopped extra fine
5 tbsp walnuts, chopped (optional, especially is someone is allergic)
garlic powder to taste
Mix well together. Spread on flour tortillas. Roll up jelly roll fashion. Put in pan with Saran wrap, then foil. Chill overnight. slice into 1" slices, garnish with sliced rip olives and Parsley.

Hot Raspberry Apple Cider

One night at a ward party we needed a warm and unique hot drink. We'd done just plain cider before so we needed to be creative. We found this drink on the Internet, made a few minor changes and everyone loved it. so may you.

8 cups apple cider or juice
1 cup raspberry concentrate, thawed
1/4-1/2 cup sugar
1 cinnamon stick
Frozen raspberries
mix all but the raspberries, heat to a simmer and simmer for 10 minutes. Remove from heat, ladle in cups and top with a few frozen Raspberries. Enjoy.