Wednesday, December 29, 2010

Easy smores to go

I don't know if I dreamed this recipe or someone told me about it, or what...but I made a ton of these this Christmas.

Box of graham crackers (honey flavor, not cinnamon)
Jar of marshmallow creme
Bag of milk chocolate chips

Break the graham crackers into quarters
Spread marshmallow creme on one of the quarters, and top with another, to make a little sandwich
Dip in melted milk chocolate chips
Let cool on wax paper. Can put in the freezer after they have set a little, but not directly from dipping (or they will be a mess)

Baked Potato soup

++BIG HIT with the kiddos. This was found, adjusted, cooked and served by my sweet husband. Served with salad. Yum-o.

Ingredients

* 12 slices bacon
* 2/3 cup margarine
* 2/3 cup all-purpose flour
* 7 cups milk
* 4 large baked potatoes, peeled and cubed
* 4 green onions, chopped
* 1 1/4 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
* 1 cup sour cream
* 1 teaspoon salt
* 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
+1 tsp onion powder
+20 drops of Tobasco sauce


Directions

1. Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium heat until browned. Drain, crumble, and set aside.
2. In a stock pot or Dutch oven, melt the margarine over medium heat. Whisk in flour until smooth. Gradually stir in milk, whisking constantly until thickened. Stir in potatoes and onions. Bring to a boil, stirring frequently.
3. Reduce heat, and simmer 10 minutes. Mix in bacon, cheese, sour cream, salt, and pepper. Continue cooking, stirring frequently, until cheese is melted.