Wednesday, January 4, 2012

Cheesy Nacho Hashbrown Casserole

2 1/2 lbs grated potatoes
12 oz sharp cheddar cheese, grated and divided, 4 ounces kept out for topping
6 oz sour cream
10 oz condensed milk
10 oz nacho cheese sauce
1 TBSP minced garlic
1 tsp black pepper
2-3 cups milk
1/4 cup diced mild chiles

Pre-heat oven to 350 F
Mix everything together in a large bowl, reserving 4 ounces of grated cheddar cheese, and pour into lightly oiled large baking dish, approximately 11x17.  Sprinkle top of casserole with reserved cheese.
Bake for 50-60 minutes, until cooked through, cheese is melted and top is lightly browned.

Monday, January 2, 2012

Real Food Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream

YUM!

2 cups heavy cream
2 cups whole milk
1/2 cup sugar, honey or maple syrup
2 TBSP vanilla extract
1/2 tsp sea salt

Mix everything together in a medium sized bowl, and pour into a 2 quart ice cream maker, freezing per maker's instructions.

Enjoy!