Cook’s Nook

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Uncooked Cookies

Mix in a large bowl:

• 2 c. quick oatmeal
• 1 c. chocolate chips
• 1/2 c. coconut
• 1/2 c. chopped nuts

Mix in saucepan:

• 1/2 c. butter
• 2 c. sugar
• 1/2 c. milk

Bring to a rolling boil over low heat. Remove from heat and stir in:

• 1 tsp. vanilla

Pour this mixture over oatmeal mixture. Drop from teaspoon on wax paper.

—Mary Lewis, Falls City, VA

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Cheesy Spaghetti

Preheat oven to 350°

Cook and drain 16 oz. spaghetti as directed on package (we break it into smaller pieces before cooking).

Place in a casserole dish.

Sprinkle with:

• 1 1/2 c. cheddar cheese

In separate bowl mix and beat together:

• 1 c. milk
• 2 eggs
• 1 T. prepared mustard
• 1/2 t. salt
• pepper to taste

Pour over spaghetti and cheese. Cover

Bake 25-30 minutes.

Other spices or herbs may be added to change flavor:

• Mexican seasoning
• Italian herbs—our favorite
• Garlic
• Onion

For heartier casserole you may add one or more of the following:

• cooked ground beef
• leftover chicken or turkey
• olives
• onion
• green pepper
• whatever you have on hand

—The Adams Family, Tahuya, WA