Oyster Cracker Mix

Another yummy one from Leslie. Zach loves them. 

Oyster Cracker Mix

From: Leslie

2 pkgs oyster crackers
1 cup vegetable oil
1 pkg ranch dip mix
1/4 tsp dill
1/4 tsp garlic powder


mix all ingredients together, pour over crackers and toss to mix. 

Skinny Tortilla Soup

This recipe is from the Southeast Hospital Heart Healthy Cookbook. It is delicious. 

Skinny Tortilla Soup

1 can (16 oz.) fat free refried beans
1 can (16 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (14 1/2 oz) reduced sodium chicken broth
1 1/2 cups frozen corn
3/4 cup chunky salsa
3/4 cup cubed cooked chicken breast
1/2 cup water
2 cups reduced fat shredded cheddar cheese, divided
28 baked tortilla chips, divided


   In a large saucepan, combine beans, broth, corn, salsa, chicken and water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10 minutes. Add 1 cup cheese, cook and stir over low hear until melted. Crumble half of tortilla chips into soup bowls. Ladle soup over chips. Top each serving with 2 crumbled chips and sprinkle with remaining cheese. 


Serving Size- 1 cup
Yield- 7 servings
Calories- 290
Total Fat- 8 grams

Cheesy Corn Bake

I had this for the first time when Leslie made it for Thanksgiving dinner, and I immediately asked for the recipe, and that she make it for Christmas dinner. :-) So here is the recipe! It is even better than it sounds! I can't wait to make some more! Thanks Les! 

Cheesy Corn Bake

From Leslie

2 T butter
1/4 tsp garlic powder
3 cups milk
1/4 tsp pepper
3 oz. cream cheese
1 1/2 cups shredded sharp american cheese
30 oz corn
1 lb bacon
1/4 cup heavy cream
3 T flour


In a saucepan melt 2 T butter, add 1/4 tsp garlic powder, 1/4 tsp pepper. Add 3 cups milk, cook & stir over medium heat until thick and bubbly. 


Stir in 3 oz. cream cheese and 1 1/2 cup shredded sharp american cheese.


Cook on low until cheese melts. Add corn (30 oz.), 1 lb bacon, and 1/3 cup heavy cream. 


Bake in 2 qt. casserole dish at 350 for 45 minutes.