CREOLE PEPPER STEAK
2 garlic cloves, crushed
1 tsp thyme
1 tsp red pepper
1 lb (1-inch thick) beef top round steak
Combine garlic, thyme and red pepper. Press evenly into both sides of steak. Grill 12-14 minutes for rare to medium and turn once. Cut steak diagonally into thin slices to serve.
Serves 4-6
CREAMY MASHED POTATOES
6 large potatoes
1 (8 oz) carton sour cream
1 (8 oz) pkg cream cheese, softened
salt and pepper
Preheat oven to 325. Peel, cut and boil potatoes. Drain. Add sour cream, cream cheese, salt and pepper. Whip until cream cheese melts. Pour into sprayed 3-quart baking dish. Cover and bake for 20 minutes.
Serves 4-6
GARLIC GREEN BEANS
3 (15 oz) cans whole green beans, drained
2/3 cup oil
1/2 cup vinegar
1/2 cup sugar
2 tbsp minced garlic
Place green beans in container with lid. Mix oil, vinegar, sugar and garlic. Pour over beans and sprinkle with a little salt and pepper. Let stand overnight in fridge.
Serves 4-6
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