Happy birthday to my grandson Daniel Strong on March 23, and Kenny Dale, Faith Eden, and Christine Smith on March 25.

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Bible Verse

Blessed are the merciful: for they shall obtain mercy.

Blessed are the pure in heart: for they shall see God.

Matthew 5:7 and 8

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Baked Beans

1 pound ground beef

1 large onion, chopped

1 green bell pepper, chopped

3 med. cans pork and beans

2/3 cup brown sugar

2 tablespoons mustard

1/2 medium bottle ketchup

Dash Worcestershire sauce

Brown ground beef, drain. Combine beef with remaining ingredients in a 13 x 9 x 2 casserole dish. Bake at 325 degrees for one hour.

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Broccoli Salad

one bunch broccoli, chopped

10 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled

1 cup raisins

1/2 cup chopped purple onion

1/2 cup mayonnaise

1 tablespoon lemon juice

1 tablespoon vinegar

1 tablespoon sweet and sour sauce

1 tablespoon Ranch dressing

Mix broccoli, bacon, raisins, and onion in a bowl. In another bowl, mix next 5 ingredients. Pour over salad mixture and toss. Chill at least 2 hours.