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Pineapple Creme Dessert

1 Can,13 1/2 ozs. of crushed pineapple in its natural juice

1 Pkg. of unflavored gelatin

2 Eggs

1/3 Cup of sugar

1/2 Cup of whipping cream

Sliced pineapple, and mint or lemon leaves for garnish if desired

Mix half the pineapple with the gelatin in a small saucepan. Let this stand for 2 min. Separate the eggs. Combine all the yolks with the pineapple and the gelatin. Stir until blended. Cook over moderatley high heat until the mixture just comes to a boil. Remove from heat and cool. Add the remaining pineapple to the mixture. Whip the egg whites until they are frothy. Gradually beat in the sugar until stiff peaks are formed. Fold the egg whites into the cooled pineapple mixture. Beat cream until stiff. Fold into pineapple mixture. Pour the pineapple creme into 4 dessert dishes (or a glass bowl). Cover and chill until set, about 4 hours. Garnish this with sprigs of mint or lemon leaves and a slice of pineapple.

Note: you can make this dessert the a day before hand and for a fancier presentation can serve it in long stemmed wine glasses...

Ground Beef and Vegetable Casserole

1 Lb. of ground beef

1 Large onion, chopped

4 Stalks of celery, sliced

2 Large carrots cut cross wise

1 Parsnip peeled and cut crosswise

1 Small head of cabbage, sliced or celery cabbage also sliced

2 Cups of beef broth (you can use the cubes to make your own home made type broth)

1/3 Cup of uncooked rice

1 Tsp. of salt

1/2 Tsp. dried oregano leaves

Chopped fresh parsley for garnish (you can also use parsley flakes for this)

Put ground beef and onion into a heavy pot or Dutch oven. Brown over medium heat, while stirring. Add celery, carrots, parsnip and cabbage. Cook until meat is no longer pink and vegetables have begun to get tender, about 5 minutes or so. Add broth, rice, salt and oregano and stir. Cover and simmer for about 20 minutes, then serve garnished with parsley.

Note: This is great served with a salad and bread hot from the oven or bread machine. You can also add additional vegetables or can substitute the above listed vegetables for a variety in the taste. Some of the ones I have also used include...Fresh broccoli, potatoes, green beans (fresh or in a can), peas and also cauliflower.