Cherry Fluff

Although a far cry from gourmet, this is a quick and easy salad dish to take to potlucks!

1 can of cherry pie filling
1 20-oz. can of crushed pineapple, drained
1 can of sweetened condensed milk
8 oz. Cool Whip
1 c. coconut (opt.)
1/2 to 3/4 c. chopped walnuts or pecans (opt.)

Stir together all ingredients and chill!

Chinese Noodle Slaw

1 med. cabbage, chopped (about 10 cups)
5 green onions, chopped
2 pkgs. Ramen noodles
1/2 c. butter
1 T. sesame seeds
1/2 c. slivered almonds

Dressing:
1/2 c. vegetable oil
1 T. soy sauce
1/3 c. sugar
1/4 c. vinegar

In large bowl, combine cabbage and onions. Chill. Meanwhile, break noodles into small pieces. In saucepan, melt butter over medium low. Brown noodles, sesame seeds, and almonds; stir frequently. Drain on paper towels.

Combine dressing ingredients and whisk. Twenty minutes before serving, toss noodle mixture with cabbage mixture. Pour dressing over and toss well.