[Liz]

This is a nice side. Great technique: dollops of corn muffin mix batter
on jalapeno halves, then the Poppers are baked golden.

JALAPENO POPPERS

VARY--Good idea to stuff jalapenos w/ cream cheese and cheddar combo before dolloping on cornbread.

[Liz]

Great side---creamy casserole with green chili twist.
Served here attractively w/ spiced red coleslaw California style. Add Jelly Beans for dessert.

Ronald Reagan’s Rancho California Rice

ING 1/3 cup onion, chopped 2 cups rice, cooked 1 cup cottage cheese 1/4 cup sour cream
bay leaf Salt and pepper 16 oz. green chili (canned) 1/2 cup grated cheddar cheese (can use f/f)

METHOD Cook rice, follow pkg method (add bay leaf, discard when rice is done).
Sauté onions soft in sprayed pan. Add rice, sour cream, cottage cheese, s/p. Mix well.

ASSEMBLY In greased casserole, layer rice, chilies, and 1/4 cup cheddar.
Bake 375 deg 20 min. Top with remaining cheese; bake/melt 5 min.