Archive for May 30th, 2008

Raceday Nachos

The perfect snack for any race … or game:

1 bag round tortilla chips
1 pound ground beef
1 cup water
1 packet taco seasoning
1 cup medium taco sauce
1 cup chopped green onions
2 large tomatoes
1/2 cup sour cream
1 jar queso dip
1/2 cup jalapeno peppers (from a jar — not fresh!)

Preheat oven to 350°F.  Brown the ground beef and drain [...]

Grilled Banana Splits

The perfect easy and tasty dessert to end your cookout.

4 large firm-ripe bananas, skins washed with detergent to remove any residue
1 bar (4 oz) milk chocolate, broken into small pieces
⅓ tablespoon cinnamon
1 pint ice cream
1 cup heavy whipping cream, lightly sweetened to taste and whipped
¼ cup chopped toasted walnuts
3 maraschino cherries

Prepare a gas or charcoal [...]