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Orange Punch

Contributor:  Mable CoxCC Original 6 oz frozen orange juice6 oz frozen lemon juice12 cups cold water1 1/2 cups sugar1 tsp vanilla1 tsp almond extract Mix together and serve cold or hot. Printable Version

Russian Refresher Mix

Contributor:  Ann BridgesCC Original 2 cups Tang1 (3 oz) package pre-sweetened lemonade mix1 1/3 cups sugar1 tsp cinnamon1/4 tsp cloves Add 2-3 teaspoons of mix to 1 cup hot water for a warmer-upper. Printable Version

Hot Russian Tea

Contributor:  Ann Bridges
CC Original

5 quarts water
3 cups sugar
4 sticks cinnamon
1/2 tsp cloves

Bring to boil.  Add:

1 large can pineapple juice
1 large can frozen orange juice
1 large can frozen lemon juice

Serve hot.  Will serve 30.

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Yogurt Shake

Contributor:  Miriam RobertsCC Original 1 1/2 cups plain yogurt1 cup crushed pineapple1 3/4 cups milk1 ripe banana3 T sugar1 1/2 cups frozen strawberries Add ingredients to blend and blend to make a 5-cup batch. Printable Version

Slush Punch

Contributor:  Mable CoxCC Original 4 cups sugar10 cups water Boil together, let cool.  Add: 12 oz frozen orange juice12 oz frozen lemonade6 cups pineapple juice5-6 mashed bananas6 bottles 7-Up Freeze.  For serving, mix slush with 7-Up.  Serves 60. Printable Version

Cherry Syrup

Contributor:  Enid Sanderson
CC Original

“Leftover juice from cherries or blueberries can be made into syrup for pancakes or waffles.”

1 3/4 cup juice
1 tsp almond extract
1/2 cup sugar
1 1/2 T Clear Jell
Mix dry ingredients, then add liquid and stir well. 

Blueberry Syrup

Contributor:  Enid SandersonCC Original “Leftover juice from cherries or blueberries can be made into syrup for pancakes or waffles.” 1 3/4 cup juice1 T mapeling (optional)1/2 cup sugar1 1/2 T Clear Jell Mix dry ingredients, then add liquid and stir well. Printable Version

Cheese Ball

Contributor:  Lola TippettsCC Original “I make these during Christmas holidays.” 1 cup butter/margarine3 T heavy cream6 oz. softened cream cheese8 oz cheddar cheese3 tsp pimento5 oz blue cheese2 glasses Old English sharp cheese spread Beat until smooth.  Chill.  Make ball and roll in crushed nuts. 

Spicy Texas Beef Dip

Spicy Texas Beef Dip

 

Contributor:  Miriam Roberts
CC Original

Place in skillet:

1 lb ground beef
1/2 clove garlic
3/4 cup chopped onion (dry may be substituted)
1/2 cup chopped green pepper

Cook until meet is lightly browned and onion is tender.  Drain off grease.  Stir in:

8 oz. tomato sauce
1/2 cup ketchup
1 tsp sugar
3/4 tsp ground oregano
1 tsp salt
1/4 tsp pepper

Cover and simmer gently for 10 minutes.  Add:

8 oz softened cream cheese
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Heat until cream cheese is melted and well-combined.  Serve warm with nacho chips.  Makes 3 cups.

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Layered Ranchero Dip

Contributor:  Frankleen CozzensCC Original 2 cans (1.5 oz each) jalapeno-flavored bean dip1 cup sour cream2/3 cup mayonnaise1 package taco seasoning mix8 oz chopped green chilies4 medium rip avocados1 tablespoon lime juice1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon garlic powder8 oz. green onions2 cups chopped tomatoes2 cups grated cheese7