Marvelous Recipes

A rich, hearty and flavorful soup that’s quick, easy and ready to serve your hungry family in just minutes!

1 pound lean ground beef
2 (14 oz) cans beef broth
1 (16 oz) package frozen mixed vegetables
1 (14-1/2 oz) can diced tomatoes, undrained
1-1/2 cups tomato juice
1 cup dried rotini pasta
1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning, crushed
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

1. In a 4-quart Dutch oven over medium heat, brown the beef; drain well. Return beef to Dutch oven. Stir in the beef broth, mixed vegetables, undrained tomatoes, tomato juice, pasta, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt and pepper.

2. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, 15 minutes or until pasta and vegetables are tender, stirring occasionally. Sprinkle individual servings with Parmesan cheese. Makes 6 to 8 servings.

Emily

An “easy as pie” recipe you will use often. Canned pie filling makes it quick and easy to make and you choose the fruit flavor your family likes best!

2 (3 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk*
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 cups whipped topping (Cool Whip)
1 (9-inch) graham cracker crust
1 (21 oz) can pie filling of your choice

1. In a large mixer bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Beat in the milk and lemon juice. Fold in the whipped topping.

2. Spoon mixture into the graham cracker crust. Cover and refrigerate for 4 hours or until set. Top with the desired fruit pie filling. Makes 8 to 12 servings.

*Do not use evaporated milk.

Emily