Jalapeno Popper Dip

2 8-oz. packages cream cheese (light works great)
1 c. mayonnaise (light also works here, but DON'T use Miracle Whip!)
1 c. Parmesan cheese
4 oz. can diced green chilies 
2 oz. can diced jalapeno peppers*, drained
1-2 sourdough baguettes, sliced, and/or crackers or tortilla chips

2 ounces of the jalapenos is mild with a little bite, a whole can (4 oz.) is definitely on the spicy side, but if you've got taste buds of steel, you might prefer a 7-oz. can.

Preheat oven to 350. In a medium bowl, combine the ingredients and spread into a 9" pie plate or a small baking dish. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until dip is bubbly and golden brown.

This is so delicious! If you are planning to take a snack to a holiday party, take this!

Apple Betty

from the Betty Crocker Cookbook

4 cups peeled and sliced tart apples
       or 1 1lb 2oz. can pie-sliced apples, drained
1/4 cup orange juice
1 cup sugar
3/4 cup sifted all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Dash salt
1/2 cup butter

Mound apples in buttered 9-inch pie plate; sprinkle with orange juice. Combine sugar, flour, spices, and salt; cut in butter till mixture is crumbly; sprinkle over apples.

Bake at 375 degrees for 45 minutes or till apples are tender and topping is crisp.

Serve warm with cream.

Makes 6 servings.