Fun Retro Snacks - Julie & Julia Movie - Cooking

Julie & Julia the movie starts today. I can't cook, however, I can make a fun retro treat. Chex Muddy Buddies, recipe to follow. Great snack.

Julia Child's cooking demonstration, photo, Chicago Tribune.

Chex Muddy Buddies. Yum.

Chex Muddy Buddies - from Chex.com.
9 cups Corn Chex®, Rice Chex®, Wheat Chex® or Chocolate Chex® cereal (or combination)
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup peanut butter
1/4 cup butter or margarine
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 1/2 cups powdered sugar

Substitution
Peanut butter and chocolate are a favorite flavor combo, but peanut butter lovers can substitute peanut butter chips for the chocolate chips to intensify that flavor.
Special Touch
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1. Into large bowl, measure cereal; set aside.
2. In 1-quart microwavable bowl, microwave chocolate chips, peanut butter and butter uncovered on High 1 minute; stir. Microwave about 30 seconds longer or until mixture can be stirred smooth. Stir in vanilla. Pour mixture over cereal, stirring until evenly coated. Pour into 2-gallon resealable food-storage plastic bag.
3. Add powdered sugar. Seal bag; shake until well coated. Spread on waxed paper to cool. Store in airtight container in refrigerator.
High Altitude (3500-6500 ft): No change.

Printable Candy Bar Wrappers - Great For Grads and Father's Day

Here is a great idea from Rachael Ray Magazine. Printable Candy Bar Wrappers. Go to Rachel Ray Magazine and search "sweet-talkers". Or you can experiment on your own computer and printer, any card making program will do, (it really is super easy). Maybe upload a photo of you and your dad with a cute message and wrap it around his favorite candy bar. How about little mini ones with a saying and picture of a graduate sitting around in bowls at a graduation party. Just, use your immagination. Enjoy.

Dessert Recipe

With the latest Economy news, I thought everyone might need some Chocolate!!

Chocolate Morsel Pie
1 C Sugar
1/2 C All-Purpose Flour
2 Eggs Beaten
1/2 C Melted Butter or Margarine
1 C Chopped Pecans
1 (6-ounce) Package Chocolate Morsels
1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
1 Unbaked 9-inch Pastry Shell
Combine sugar and flour, mix well. Stir in eggs and butter. Add pecans, chocolate morsels, and vanilla; mix well. Pour into pastry shell. Bake at 350 for 40-45 minutes.
YUM.