Meal Planning with Connie

These are yummy and rich - almost fudge-like.  These can be cut into very small squares, making these a great choice for large gatherings or to share. This is a Southern Living recipe that I've made easier by using the brownie mix. I use Betty Crocker's Triple Chunk Brownie Mix. My kids LOVE these!  Frosted Peanut Butter Brownies Frosted Peanut Butter Brownies Preheat oven to 350 degrees.  Coat a jelly roll pan with cooking spray. 2 (21.2 ounce) boxes of brownie mix Dump both boxes of brownie mix into a large bowl.  Double the ingredients called for on the back on one box and mix according to package directions. Pour into prepared jelly roll pan and bake for about 15 to 20 minutes. OR - make brownies from scratch - Brownies from Scratch: Preheat oven to 350 degrees.  Coat a jelly roll pan with cooking spray. 1 cup butter 1/3 cup cocoa 2 cups sugar 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon salt 4 large eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla 1 (18 ounce) jar chunky peanut

This was a big hit with Larry and the kids.    I think a bit of onion or onion powder would be good in this dish.  Cheesy Hash Brown Chicken Bake   Cheesy Hash Brown Chicken Bake 1 can cream of chicken soup* 1 cup sour cream 1/4 cup milk 2 cups cooked, chopped chicken 4 cup frozen, shredded hash brown potatoes, thawed 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese 2 cups crushed potato chips Preheat oven to 350 degrees.  Coat a 9x13 baking dish with cooking spray. Combine soup, sour cream, milk, chicken and cheese.  Remove and reserve one cup of soup mixture.  Mix remaining mixture with hash brown potatoes.Spread hash brown mixture into prepared pan.  Spread reserved soup mixture over hash brown mixture.  Cove tightly with foil and bake for about 30 minutes.  Remove foil and sprinkle with crushed potato chips. Return to oven uncovered and bake for about 15 minutes longer. *I made my own by whisking together 2 tablespoons of flour, 3/4 cup of chicken broth and 3/4 cup of milk until t

These are a favorite of Dude and Larry's.   This is one of those dishes that tastes much better than it looks!  Barbecued Green Beans Barbecued Green Beans 2 cans French-style green beans, drained 4 strips bacon, diced (This can be pre-cooked or raw.) 1/2 med. onion, diced 1/2 c. brown sugar 1/2 c. ketchup 1 tbsp. Worcestershire sauce (optional) Preheat over to 300 degrees. Combine all ingredients. Place in sprayed casserole dish. Bake uncovered 1 -2 hours, stirring occasionally. Or, if time is limited: Bake 25 to 30 minutes at 350 degrees.