Oatmeal Carmelitas

It is impossible to capture how incredibly yummy these squares are with a photo. A friend made them for us and after one bite we were hooked! They are so easy but need time to chill so plan ahead!--Elnora


2 c. flour
2 c. oatmeal
1 1/2 c. brown sugar
1 Tbsp. baking soda
1 tsp. salt
1 1/2 c. melted butter

Mix together. Pat 1/2 of the mixture into a 9X13 pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 10 minutes.

Remove cookie layer from oven and sprinkle on 12 oz. semi-sweet chocolate chips on top. Mix 12 oz. caramel sauce with 6 Tbsp. flour and pour over the chocolate chip layer.

Pat remainder of cookie mix on top of caramel sauce. Lightly press down and bake for 15-20 minutes at 350 degrees.

Let cool then melt 12 oz. semi-sweet chocolate chips and mix with 14 oz. sweetened condensed milk and spread with a non-stick spoon or spatula on top of the second cookie layer. Chill overnight before cutting and serve!

Mom's Taco Salad

This recipe was made quite often while we were growing up and it continues to be a summer favorite with our family. Elnora


Head of lettuce, broken up
1 lb. hamburger
onions, chopped
can of Kidney beans
cheese slices, broken into pieces
tomatoes, diced
taco chips, slightly crushed
salsa

Brown hamburger with onions. Drain and add the kidney beans to heat through. Set aside and let cool. In bowl, break up the lettuce, add the tomatoes, cheese and taco chips. Toss with the cooled hamburger and beans and serve with salsa. (My kids prefer it with Ranch salad dressing).