This was in our local paper last nite, and I tore out the recipe. Rotini Guacamole Pasta Salad 2 1/2 cups whole-wheat rotini pasta 1 avocado, peeled and pitted 1/2 cup fat-free or light sour cream 2 tbsp seeded and chopped jalapeno pepper 1 tbsp lime juice 1/2 tsp chili powder 1/2 tsp cumin 1/4 tsp salt and pepper 1 clove garlic, minced 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed 1 cup corn kernels, thawed 1 cup seeded, chopped tomato 1 cup chopped red pepper 1/2 cup thinly sliced green onion 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese Cook rotini. Drain and rinse under cold running water until cool. Drain well and set aside. Mash avocado with a fork until smooth. Blend avocado with sour cream, jalapeno, lime juice, chili powder, cumin, salt pepper and garlic until well combined. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Toss rotini with beans, corn, tomato, red pepper and avocado mixture until coated evenly. Sprinkle with green onions and cheese before serving. TIP: If making ahead, prepare salad mixture and all of the dressing except the avocado. For brightest colour, add ovocado to dressing at the last minute and toss just before serving. To thaw the frozen corn, place the kernels in the colander before draining the hot pasta.

I've been wanting to make chewy brownies. I came across this and think it might be good. Mocha-Walnut Brownies (Real Simple) nonstick vegetable oil spray 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter 4 ounces semisweet or bittersweet chocolate, coarsely chopped 1 tablespoon instant espresso powder 2 large eggs 1 cup sugar 3/4 cup all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 cup chopped walnuts 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips Heat oven to 350 F. Spray an 8-inch square baking pan with the nonstick spray. Line the pan with a piece of parchment, leaving an overhang on two sides; spray the parchment with the nonstick spray. In a small saucepan, melt the butter and chopped chocolate with the espresso powder, stirring occasionally; remove from heat. With an electric mixer, beat the eggs and sugar on medium-high until light and fluffy. Reduce speed to low and mix in the melted chocolate mixture, then the flour and salt just until incorporated. Fold in the walnuts and chocolate chips. Spread the batter in the prepared pan and bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 30 minutes. Cool completely in the pan. Holding both sides of the paper overhang, lift the cake out of the pan, transfer to a cutting board, and cut into 16 squares. The cooling time is specified at 4 hours. Brownies have to cool completely.

I made this the other day and we thought it was pretty good. Hamburger Potato Casserole a.. 1 tablespoon olive oil b.. 1 yellow onion, thinly sliced c.. 1 pound ground beef d.. 1/4 cup butter e.. 1/4 cup all-purpose flour f.. 3 cups milk g.. 1 pint heavy cream h.. salt and pepper to taste i.. 5 potatoes, sliced j.. 2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese k.. 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese l.. 1 cup milk DIRECTIONS 1.. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). 2.. Heat oil in a large heavy skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir onions until translucent; set aside. Cook ground beef until evenly brown. Drain excess fat, and set beef aside. Melt butter in the skillet. Add flour, and stir with a whisk for 5 minutes. Gradually whisk in 3 cups milk, then the cream. Simmer, stirring frequently, over medium-low heat for 10 minutes until the sauce has thickened and is smooth. Season with salt and pepper, and remove from heat. 3.. Spread a small amount of sauce in the bottom of a 9x13 inch casserole dish. Alternate layers of potatoes, onions, ground beef, cheese and sauce, with 2 to 3 layers of each. Reserve some cheese to sprinkle on top. If you run short of sauce, press down on all layers, and add milk as needed. Sprinkle remaining cheese on top. 4.. Bake in preheated oven for 45 to 55 minutes, or until potatoes are soft.

I made it for lunch to-day. My son had a friend visiting and I asked that everyone be very honest. I did add a bit of Cool Whip to the top for eye appeal, but it certainly would not have been necessary. We all agreed that it certainly is a keeper Thanks Laurel ivamae