Wednesday, September 7, 2011

Owl Oatmeal Cookies



1 1/2 sticks of butter-softened
1 1/4 c. light brown sugar
1 egg
1/3 c. milk
1 1/2 tsp. vanilla
1 c. flour
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. cinnamon
3 c. quick cooking oats
pnb chips (for ears)
yellow frosting or yellow candy disks (for eyes)
Chocolate chips (for eyes)
candy corn (for nose)--or whole cashews if you have them

Combine butter, brown sugar, egg, milk and vanilla. Beat at medium speed.

Combine oats, flour, spices.

Mix into creamed mixture.

Bake at 375 degrees for 10-12 minutes

Once cool, add the ears, eyes and nose.

My son took these for a school snack while they were learning the letter O!

**I have tried several oatmeal cookie recipes in the past and this is the best one, by far! Also yummy with chocolate chips or m&m's!

Chicken and Cheese Enchiladas

1 can cream of chicken soup
1/2 c. sour cream
1 c. salsa
2 tsp. chili powder
2 c. chopped cooked chicken
1/2 c. shredded cheese
6-8 tortillas

1. Stir the soup, sour cream, salsa, and chili powder in a med. bowl.
2. Stir 1 c. of the mixture, chicken, and cheese in a large bowl.
3. Divide chicken mixture among tortillas. Roll up and place in baking dish. Pour remaining sauce mixture over tortillas. Cover.
4. Bake at 350 degrees for 40 minutes, or until enchiladas are bubbling.

Top with fresh garden onions and tomatoes, and a little sour cream!

I served this with seasoned mini tater tots and refried beans. It was a hit with my boys!