Grandma Rasmussen’s Oatmeal Cookies

Contributor:  LaVerl RasmussenCC Original :”A family favorite.” 1 cup raisins boiled so you have 8 tablespoons of juice. Add: 1 cup shortening1 cup sugar1 teaspoon soda1/2 teaspoon baking powder2 eggs2 cups oatmeal2 cups flour1 cup chopped nuts1/2 teaspoon salt Mix in given order.  Drop by 

Lillie Acton’s Caramel Dumplings

Contributor:  LaVerl RasmussenCC Original “These are quite fast and definitely delicious.” Sauce: 1/2 cup caramelized sugar2 T butter1 cup sugar1/8 tsp salt2 cups hot water Caramelize the 1/2 cup sugar.  When almost melted, add butter, salt, 1 cup sugar and hot water.  Cool until all 

Pumpkin Pecan Pie

Contributor:  LaVerl RasmussenCC Original 1-9″ unbaked pie shell3 eggs1 cup dark corn syrup1/2 cup sugar1/4 cup melted butter1 cup canned or fresh cooked pumpkin*1 tsp vanilla1 cup pecan halvesCool Whip Preheat oven to 350 degree.  Line pan with pastry and flute edge.  In medium bowl, 

El Rancho Casserole

Contributor:  LaVerl RasmussenCC Original6-8 servings 1 lb hamburger1 cup chopped onion1 1/2-2 cups macaroni1 large can tomatoes1 1/2 cups frozen corn1/2 lb. cubed Velveeta1/2 cup waterdrained whole kernel corn1 T chili powder1 tsp salt1/2 tsp pepper Brown meat in large skillet.  Drain.  Add onion and 

Sloppy Joes

Contributor:  LaVerl RasmussenCC Original “An enjoyable meal for six or seven people.” 1 lb hamburger2-3 T grated onion Mix together and brown.  Then add: 1 cup chicken gumbo soup2 T ketchup1 T prepared mustard Mix well and simmer until well blended and done.  Serve on