January 25, 2014

Chex Party Mix

1/4 c. butter, melted
1 1/4 t. seasoned salt
4 1/2 t. Worcestershire sauce
8 c. Chex cereal (corn, rice, and/or wheat)
1 cup mixed nuts or peanuts
1 cup pretzels

In large microwavable bowl, mix cereals, nuts, and pretzels.

  1. In large microwavable bowl, mix cereals, nuts, pretzels and bagel chips; set aside. In small microwavable bowl, microwave butter uncovered on High about 40 seconds or until melted. Stir in seasonings. Pour over cereal mixture; stir until evenly coated.
  2. Microwave uncovered on High 5 to 6 minutes, thoroughly stirring every 2 minutes. Spread on paper towels to cool. Store in airtight container.

Reuben Spread (or Dip)

1/2 lb. corned beef, chopped
1 (16 oz) can sauerkraut, drained
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 1/2 cup shredded Swiss cheese
1 cup mayo
Thousand Island Dressing
Snack Rye bread

Combine beef, sauerkraut, cheddar, Swiss, and mayo in crockpot. Mix well. Cook on high 1-2 hours stirring occasionally.  Turn to low and keep warm. Top bread with spread and a bit of dressing, if desired.


From Fix It & Forget It

Hot Dip aka "Cat Poop" Dip

1 lb. ground beef
2 medium onions, chopped
16 oz. Velveeta
1 lb. tomatoes, chopped
Salsa Brava (17 oz)

Brown beef and onion. Add cheese and tomatoes. Melt. Add salsa. Keep warm (crockpot works well). Serve with tortilla chips.

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