Cheesecake

3 pkg. (8 oz.) cream cheese
1 cup sugar
3 eggs (add one at a time)
2 tsp. vanilla

Do not beat too long.

Combine 1 1/4 cups Graham Cracker crumbs
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup butter

Line graham cracker crust on bottom and sides of pie pan.
Put in filling and bake at 350 degrees for 45 minutes to an hour.

When done, add topping:

1 pt. sour cream
1/4 cup sugar
1 tsp. vanilla

Bake for about 5 more minutes.

This sounds yummy - thanks Linda!

Tortellini Soup

2 Tbsp. olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
2 cans (14.5 oz each) diced tomatoes, not drained
2 Tbsp. balsamic vinegar
2 garlic cloves, chopped
1/4 tsp. dried oregano ( I use basil instead of oregano)
1/4 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. black pepper
4 cups water
3 cans (10.5 oz. each) condensed chicken broth
1 pkg. (19 oz) frozen or refrigerated cheese tortellini
1 pkg. (10 oz) frozen spinach, thawed and drained

In a large soup pot, heat the oil over medium-high heat.
Saute the onion until tender, then add tomatoes, vinegar, garlic, oregano, salt, pepper;
Cook for 5-7 minutes or until heated through.

Add the water and broth and bring to a boil.
Add the tortellini and spinach and cook for 6 to 8 minutes, or until the tortellini are tender.
Serve immediately.

Another favorite from Linda's kitchen!

Broccoli Salad

2 bunches broccoli
1/2 cup raisins
1/2 cup onions (Spanish)
1/2 cup bacon
3/4 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup sugar
2 Tbsp. vinegar

Cut up broccoli into small pieces. Add raisins, onions, and crumbled bacon.
Mix together mayonnaise, sugar and vinegar. Add to salad. Stir and serve.

Linda sent this recipe - a family favorite!