Monthly Archives: August 2011

Quinoa Breakfast

Posted on August 4, 2011 by okieranchwife

Pronounced Keen-wa, this small grain from South America packs a big punch with the highest amount of protein found in all grains. It is a good option for people who have Celiac disease and cannot tolerate gluten found in other grains.  1 … Continue reading →

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Fresh Tomato and Corn Salsa

Posted on August 4, 2011 by okieranchwife

This dish is very easy  and very tasty. About the only thing I can’t grow in my garden are the limes. 2 cloves Garlic, peeled and pressed 1 small Sweet Onion, coarse chopped 1 Jalapeno, seeded and finely chopped 2 Green Onions, chopped 1/3 cup fresh … Continue reading →

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Tomato and Mozzarella Salad

Posted on August 4, 2011 by okieranchwife

Yesterday our high temp was 110 F. Today we are supposed to have a cold snap, only 102! Here is another no cook recipe for everyone. It calls for water packed fresh mozzarella since it has the best taste and consistency but … Continue reading →

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Baked Salmon and Asparagus with Beurre Blanc Sauce

Posted on August 4, 2011 by okieranchwife

My cowboy husband asks me to make this dish at least once a week. It’s simple, even the sauce and so delicious. The sauce should have a buttery slightly garlic and slightly acidic taste. Try to buy wild caught Salmon rather … Continue reading →

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Mom’s Cabbage Soup

Posted on August 3, 2011 by okieranchwife

Although it is still howling hot outside I had to add this soup recipe. Ever since I was young, I remember my mom making this soup in the Fall. She made a “Zaprashka” (za-pruass-ka)  Eastern European sauce. In New Orleans … Continue reading →

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Linda’s German Potato Salad

Posted on August 3, 2011 by okieranchwife

Yes. I confess. My first name is Linda. And this recipe is a mixture of my mine and my mom’s. Both my mom and my grandmom (Baba in Eastern European) were excellent home cooks. I hope I can carry their torch. … Continue reading →

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Three Pea Stir-fry

Posted on August 3, 2011 by okieranchwife

I use this dish as an accompaniment to the blackened salmon we grill on our George Foreman grill. The blackened seasoning of the salmon works well with the heat from dried cayenne flakes of the stir-fry. 1 1/2 tablespoons Extra Virgin … Continue reading →

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Dijon Cole Slaw

Posted on August 3, 2011 by okieranchwife

This makes a great lunch meal to take to work. Double the portions for a side to an evening dinner.   1/4 head of Red or White Cabbage, finely shredded 2 medium Carrots, peeled and grated 2 ribs of Celery, finely chopped 1/2 Red … Continue reading →

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Chuckwagon Pinto Beans

Posted on August 3, 2011 by okieranchwife

Here is another great bean recipe that can be used as meal or a side. The joke around our house is that some days we have beans and rice and other days we have rice and beans! 1 pound dried Pinto … Continue reading →

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Bacony Spinach Salad

Posted on August 3, 2011 by okieranchwife

This very simple salad with just a few ingredients. And it allows each flavor to speak for itself. And of course the bacon sings!! 1 pound fresh Spinach, washed 4 oz fresh White Button Mushrooms, sliced 3 Green Onions, chopped 1 small … Continue reading →

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