Cloudy Day and good food. (Comfort and good-for-you)

Hi All!!    It was a cloudy day here, but no rain yet. (WEATHER)

 Last night, we had the most WONDERFUL meal.  Mexican Casserole is a must-eat for your family.  Now you see it, and then it is gone!!  The Ranch bunch rated it at 4+ stars on a 0-4 star scale.  You need to try this one as soon as possible.  It does not cost a lot to fix either.

'Mexican Casserole'

Source: Adapted from eMeals.com

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups crushed tortilla chips

1/2 lb ground beef

1 1/2 cups salsa

1 can chili with beans

8 oz sour cream

3/4 cup canned diced tomatoes, drained

black olives

1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Directions

1. Heat oven to 350.

2. Spread crushed tortilla chips along the bottom of a greased 8 x 8 baking dish.

3. Brown the ground beef in a medium skillet; drain. Mix in the salsa and chili with beans. Spread over the tortilla chips.

4. Spread sour cream over the meat and top with diced tomatoes, black olives and shredded cheese.

5. Bake uncovered for 30 minutes, or until bubbly.    

WONDERFUL!!

Another from the ranch:

Tonight

we tried this pasta.   "As-is" it is only rated at 2 1/2 stars due to it's unlimited spicy-ness.  If you enjoy very spicy food, this one is for you.  If you are like my family and only enjoy a tad bit of heat, cut the chili pepper flakes in half or more depending on your preference. 

Once again, it is a very economical meal.

From Camilla Salem, YumSugar

Spaghetti Aglio, Olio, e Peperoncino

Ingredients

7 ounces of spaghetti
2 large or 3 small garlic cloves, minced
1 1/2 teaspoons of chili pepper flakes
1/4 to 1/3 cup of extra-virgin olive oil
3/4 teaspoon of salt
1/2 teaspoon of freshly ground black pepper

Directions

The measurements in this recipe can be shifted depending on your taste preferences.

1. Cook spaghetti according to the directions on the package, until it is al dente.
2. Strain spaghetti and place in a large serving dish.
3. Add minced garlic, chili pepper flakes, olive oil, salt, and pepper, and mix together well.
4. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Serves 2-4



Happy dining, everyone, until next time.
Bye from the ranch!!