Grandma's Cousin Jack Spaghetti

1. Cook bacon, not too crisp, and cut into small pieces.
2. Add entire can of tomatoes, including juice, to medium saucepan; mash well.
3. Add cut bacon, cheese slices in small pieces, garlic salt, small amount of ketchup and pepper.
4. Simmer for 15-20 minutes. Stir often.
5. Boil noodles while sauce is simmering.
6. Combine noodles & sauce in a large bowl and mix well.
7. Enjoy!

Courtesy: Grandma Hoiem

When you crave chocolate there is nothing better-or easier than this treat.

1. Melt butter and unsweetened chocolate in saucepan.
2. Remove from heat and beat in sugar.
3. Add eggs one at a time.
4. Add vanilla.
5. Add flour.
6. Add 1-cup nuts.
7. Pour into grease 13 x 9x 2 inch pan.
8. Combine ½ cup nuts with chocolate chips and sprinkle over top of batter pressing down lightly.
9. Bake at 350 degrees for about 25 minutes.  Do not over bake.

Courtesy: Sally Kuipers

When it’s fall in the Kuipers household, there is this Chili. I make it in advance and then it’s ready to enjoy when everyone gathers to share his or her hunting adventures.

1. Sauté together meat, onions, garlic, and celery until it is no longer pink. Drain fat.
2. In a large kettle, combine meat mixture with remaining ingredients. Bring to boil; lower heat and simmer, covered for 2 to 3 hours.
3. Put in individual bowls and sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top.

Courtesy: Sally Kuipers

This has become a favorite accompaniment to venison tenderloin or prime rib at our house. I first discovered this when looking for something special to add to our Christmas dinner.  It is very rich and delicious!

1. Thoroughly mix all ingredients except cream and mushrooms.
2. Place mushrooms in buttered 1-quart casserole.
3. Dot with butter mixture.
4. Pour on cream.
5. Bake at 375 degrees for 1 hour, uncovered, stirring once or twice.

Courtesy: Sally Kuipers