Monthly Archives: December 2011

Turkey and Rice Casserole

Posted on December 28, 2011 by okieranchwife

I know that many people like do something different from turkey for the big Christmas meal. But this year my husband wanted turkey again. So I have frozen leftovers from Thanksgiving and Christmas. This is a nice easy dish for a one … Continue reading →

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Merry Christmas!

Posted on December 25, 2011 by okieranchwife

Wishing everyone a very Merry Christmas packed full of good wishes, good times and good food!

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New Post

Posted on December 22, 2011 by okieranchwife

Please check back last on Friday for more recipes. We had several doctors appointments over the past week. Sooooo, I will make it up to you tomorrow. Thank you for understanding!

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Cheese Puffed Mashed Potatoes

Posted on December 19, 2011 by okieranchwife

A friend gave me an old back issue of the Grit magazine from 2006. I always go to the recipe section before I read anything else. This time I found this little gem for mashed potatoes. This is going to be … Continue reading →

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Butterscotch Oatmeal Cookies

Posted on December 14, 2011 by okieranchwife

This is such as easy recipe for great tasting cookies. Great at Christmas but wonderful at any time of the year! 2 sticks Butter, softened 3/4 cup Sugar or Splenda 1/2 cup packed Dark Brown Sugar 2 Eggs 1 teaspoon … Continue reading →

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Spicy Apple Butter Muffins

Posted on December 11, 2011 by okieranchwife

In the fall I always try to can apple butter, unfortunately, I could not do that this year. But I still have some jars from last fall sitting in cupboard just waiting to be used. If you don’t have apple butter, … Continue reading →

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Horseradish Cream Sauce

Posted on December 11, 2011 by okieranchwife

My husband and I are normally not “sauce” people when we have steaks, but we make an exception for this sauce. Equally great on beef or bison! 1/4 teaspoon Sea Salt or Kosher 1/4 teaspoon Red Cayenne Pepper or Black … Continue reading →

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Cilantro Vinaigrette

Posted on December 7, 2011 by okieranchwife

I like using this slightly spicy vinaigrette instead of store-bought salad dressing. Goes great with a salad made of romaine. 1/3 cup White Wine Vinegar 2 tablespoons fresh Cilantro, chopped fine 1/2 teaspoon fresh Thyme, chopped 1/2 teaspoon ground Red … Continue reading →

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Blue Cheese Chicken Salad

Posted on December 3, 2011 by okieranchwife

I confess I love Blue Cheese. Yes, I know, I know, it’s an acquired taste. But team it with BACON!  Ohhhhh! 1/4 cup Olive Oil Mayonnaise (add a bit more if you think it is too dry)  1 1/2 tablespoon White … Continue reading →

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Hearty Minestrone

Posted on December 2, 2011 by okieranchwife

There is bad weather heading across Oklahoma this weekend. And this is a soup that will warm you up! 2 ribs Celery, chopped 2 large Carrots, chopped 1 large Potato, unpeeled and diced 1 large Red Onion, chopped 1/4 cup … Continue reading →

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