Carpetbagger Steak1 cup fresh oysters, drained and chopped1/2 cup chopped fresh mushrooms2 teaspoons chopped fresh parsley3 tablespoons melted butter4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled1 ounce crumbled bleu cheese1/4 cup sauterne or other dry white wine4 thick

Seven Layer Ground Beef Casserole1 cup uncooked rice 1 cup cooked or canned whole kernel cornSalt and pepper to taste 2 cups (15 ounce can) tomato sauce 3/4 cup water 1/2 cup finely chopped onion 1/2 cup chopped green pepper 1 cup cooked or canned green beans 3/4 p

Butterscotch Caramels3/4 cup sweetened condensed milk 2 cups firmly packed light brown sugar 1 cup butter 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 cup dark Karo corn syrup1 teaspoon vanilla extractCook all ingredients except vanilla extract together in a large saucepan to 240 degrees F

Dried Tomato Pesto1 cup dried tomatoes3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese1/2 cup walnut pieces2 large cloves garlic, cut in half1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper2/3 cup warm olive oilPlace tomatoes in a small saucepan; add water to cover. Bring

Spicy Roast Beef and Pepper Jack Quiche1 (15 ounce) package folded refrigerated pie crust1 cup (4 ounce) shredded pepper jack cheese1 cup (4 ounce) shredded Swiss cheese1 1/2 cups (8 ounces) finely chopped leftover roast beef1 cup (1/2 pint) heavy cream4 eggs1/4 t

French Dip Sandwiches1 long loaf French bread1/2 pound cooked roast beef (from deli or leftovers)1 package roast beef au jus gravy4 tablespoons butter1 teaspoon garlic powderCut French bread in half lengthwise. Spread with butter and sprinkle with garlic. Wrap in f

Grand Canyon Potato Soup4 to 6 large, white potatoes, peeled and choppedSalt and pepper, to tasteMonterey jack cheese1 can diced green chiles1/4 cup onion, choppedPinch of garlic salt1/4 cup butter or margarinePlace peeled and cut potatoes into a large pot.

Seven Layer Tortilla Pie2 (15 ounce) cans pinto beans, drained and rinsed 1 cup salsa, divided 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained 1/2 cup chopped tomatoes 7 (8 inch) flour tortillas 2 c

Tofu Fruit SmoothieDon`t know if you`re "into" soy, but...here`s a recipe I do "countless" variations on, especially during the summer months. If you use a FROZEN banana (peeled and cut into large chunks before freezing) the Smoothie consistency will be pleasingly like a shake

Raspberry Truffle Cream Pie1 (10 ounce) package Hershey`s� raspberry chips1/3 cup milk2 cups miniature marshmallows8 ounces frozen nondairy whipped topping, thawed1 (6 ounce) crumb pie shellAdditional whipped topping (optional)Place raspberry chips and milk in

Sunflower Strawberry Salad2 cups sliced fresh strawberries1 medium apple, diced1 cup halved green seedless grapes1/2 cup thinly sliced celery1/4 cup raisins1/2 cup low fat sugar free strawberry yogurt2 tablespoons sunflower seedsLettuceIn a large bowl,