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Must try if…you Need Chocolate:

Mint Brownies

1 brownie mix in 9x13 pan (bake according to package)

When cool top with mint layer:

2c pwdr sugar

4T melted butter

2 drop green food coloring

1t peppermint extract

2T milk (add slowly until at right consistency)

When set add chocolate layer:

6T melted butter

3/4c semi-sweet choc chips

Melt in microwave & pour over brownies- yummy!

(from Mindy Smith)

Must try if…you’re in a hurry:

Chicken Chili

1 can refried beans

1 can chicken broth (may add more if too thick)

1 can black beans (drained & rinsed)

1 can stewed tomatoes (chop up a little)

1 can chopped olives

1 can chicken (I use the one from Costco)

2t taco seasoning

Green onions & cilantro to taste

Taco soup but a little different…yummy w/ sour cream & cheese.

(From Shalece Beck)

Must try if…you love artichokes:

Green Chili Artichoke Dip

1 14oz can artichoke hearts, drained

1 6oz jar marinated artichoke hearts, drained

1c shredded cheddar cheese

4oz cream cheese

1 4oz can green chilies, drained

Put artichokes in food processor until chopped. Stir everything together & heat in microwave at 2 min. intervals, stirring between each interval. Serve warm with bread, crackers, chips, you name it, it’s good on everything!

(Lion House Cookbook)