Monthly Archives: September 2011

The care and feeding of your cast iron cookware

Posted on September 8, 2011 by okieranchwife

I love, love love to cook in cast iron. I have a small collection of skillets, deep pans, and one Dutch Oven that I found at thrift stores, Goodwill and discount stores. Here in Oklahoma the main ones are Walls and Big Lots. … Continue reading →

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I-40 ‘Tater Soup

Posted on September 7, 2011 by okieranchwife

I-40 runs east to west right across the middle of our state, while it is good to getting from point A to point B fast, you do miss some of the best scenic areas. And you miss those Mom & Pop diners where you … Continue reading →

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Homemade Ketchup

Posted on September 7, 2011 by okieranchwife

There’s nothing better than homemade condiments. I like to make my own because I can control the amount of sugar in them. And I never add any High Fructose Corn Syrup! 1 can (6 ozs) Tomato Paste 1/3 cup Water … Continue reading →

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Penbryn Cheese Pudding

Posted on September 6, 2011 by okieranchwife

Penbryn is a really nice Welsh Cheese. Now since I usually don’t have Welsh Cheese in my fridge, so I use Cheddar Cheese. And it works well. I had this dish on a trip to England and really loved it. 4 … Continue reading →

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Wild Rice Ratatouille

Posted on September 6, 2011 by okieranchwife

Wild rice isn’t really a rice at all. It is an aquatic plant member of the grass family. The Native Indians’ diet in the Upper Great Lakes region was based on the wild rice harvest. Although not a native plant of Oklahoma, … Continue reading →

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Deviled Eggs

Posted on September 6, 2011 by okieranchwife

Back in the 1960’s, I always saw these eggs on my mom’s table whenever we had guests. I loved ’em back then and still love ’em now. 1 rounded tablespoon Sugar or Sugar Substitute 2 teaspoons White Vinegar 3/4 teaspoon Sea Salt … Continue reading →

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Chicken in Wine

Posted on September 5, 2011 by okieranchwife

Known in France as Coq au Vin, this is good in whatever language you speak. 4 slices Bacon, cut into 1/2 ” pieces 4 pounds skinless Chicken parts (thighs, drumsticks and breasts) 1/2 teaspoon Sea Salt or Kosher Salt 1/4 … Continue reading →

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Spicy Toasted Pecans

Posted on September 5, 2011 by okieranchwife

These are really nice Christmas gifts . I like to give food or handmade items to my friends. If you give these, I’m sure your friends will ask for the recipe!  3 tablespoons unsalted Butter 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire Sauce 1/2 teaspoon Hot Sauce … Continue reading →

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Creamy Coleslaw

Posted on September 5, 2011 by okieranchwife

A favorite for summer holidays and picnics! This recipe is easliy doubled if you are feeding a crowd. 1/3 cup Olive Oil Mayonnaise 1/4 cup Sour Cream 1 tablespoon Apple Cider Vinegar 3/4 teaspoon Sugar or Sugar Substitute 1/2 teaspoon … Continue reading →

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Black Walnut Pie

Posted on September 5, 2011 by okieranchwife

I love our Black Walnut trees. There are several along our driveway. There is a monster 100′ one by the old farmhouse that was the original house on our property. We think it was built pre-1900. Definately pre-Oklahoma Statehood (Nov. … Continue reading →

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