Country Cooking 12-6-17

Cheesy Chili Dip

1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened

1 can (15 ounces) chili without beans

1/4 cup finely chopped green onions

4 to 8 garlic cloves, minced

1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies

1 can (16 ounces) refried beans

1 cup (4 ounces) shredded Mexican cheese blend

Breadsticks

In a small bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Spread into a greased microwave-safe 1-1/2 quart dish. Layer with chili, onions, garlic, green chilies and refried beans. Sprinkle with cheese.

Microwave, uncovered, on high for 6-8 minutes until cheese is melted and edges are bubbly. Serve warm with breadsticks. Yield: 5 cups.

Swedish Meatballs

1 pound ground beef 1-1/2 teaspoons salt

1/2 pound ground pork 1/8 teaspoon pepper

1/2 cup minced onion 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

3/4 cup fine bread crumbs 1 egg

1 tablespoon minced parsley 1/2 cup milk

Mix thoroughly. Shape into balls and brown in fat or oil. Remove and make gravy.

Gravy:

1/4 cup flour 1/8 teaspoon pepper

1 teaspoon paprika 2 cups boiling water

1/2 teaspoon salt 3/4 cup sour cream

Stir flour, paprika, salt and pepper into hot fat in skillet. Add 2 cups boiling water and sour cream. Return meatballs to gravy and cook 20 minutes or until done.