Monthly Archives: August 2011

Plum Soup

Posted on August 6, 2011 by okieranchwife

Okay, this is about as “fou-fou” a dish that I serve. But it is very good for cold soup. Think of it as a plum smoothie in a bowl.  Really it’s yum. 8 ozs Sour Cream, regular or low fat … Continue reading →

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Asian Chicken Salad

Posted on August 6, 2011 by okieranchwife

This is a really easy salad that can be made up ahead of time for work lunches or sides at dinner.  Just leave out the chicken if you are vegetarian. You can add some Tofu or TVP (Textured Vegetable Protein) … Continue reading →

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Czech Style Sauerkraut Soup

Posted on August 6, 2011 by okieranchwife

This cabbage soup is second only to my Mom’s Cabbage soup just because it doesn’t freeze well. When I smell this cooking on my stove, I’m right back in my mom’s house. Good memories! And it includes one of my … Continue reading →

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Hearty Bison Barley Soup

Posted on August 6, 2011 by okieranchwife

Olive Oil Non-stick Cooking Spray 1 1/2 pounds Beef or Bison Sirloin Steak, cut into 1 inch cubes 2 cups White or Baby Portobella Mushrooms, sliced 2 cloves Garlic, peeled and pressed 1 small Onion, chopped 2 medium Carrots, peeled … Continue reading →

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Loaded Mash Potatoes

Posted on August 6, 2011 by okieranchwife

We love spuds in any form! Using organic milk and butter makes this dish a little healthier. And when combined with grass-fed Bison steak, this is comfort food at its finest. The texture of the mash will be different depending on … Continue reading →

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Rustic Tuscan Tomato Stew

Posted on August 6, 2011 by okieranchwife

 I would love to visit Italy one day but for now this is a nice substitute. The mixture of canned and fresh tomatoes gives this stew a wonderful taste. Bon appetito!  ¼ cup of Extra Virgin Olive Oil 2 tablespoons … Continue reading →

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Irish Stew

Posted on August 5, 2011 by okieranchwife

The best Irish Lamb Stew I ever had was in a little pub in Dublin, Ireland. I don’t know if that famous Irish Extra Stout was in it but it was great tasting. This recipe gives you the flavor of … Continue reading →

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Fuzz’s No Salt Cajun Blend

Posted on August 5, 2011 by okieranchwife

My cowboy husband and I developed the Cajun Blend and it is a big hit with everyone.  Fuzz is our little dog who showed up as a stray 2 years ago.  Here he is with his “all over body” bed head … Continue reading →

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Beer Bread

Posted on August 5, 2011 by okieranchwife

This is a recipe from my mom who has been gone from us since 1998.  I think the only time I ever saw beer in the house was when she was making this bread.  I have used Shiner Heffewisen for … Continue reading →

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Homemade Tartar Sauce

Posted on August 5, 2011 by okieranchwife

I developed this tartar sauce one Friday night when we were having catfish (blackened and grilled not fried!) and I found that I had run out of store bought tartar sauce. It doesn’t happen often that I run out of something … Continue reading →

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