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About okieranchwife

I am a transplant to Oklahoma and an escapee from an unspecifed Northeast State. I enjoy growing my gardens and cooking what I grow.

Garlic Pot Roast

Posted on September 19, 2011 by okieranchwife

I am a meat and potatoes type girl. This dish doesn’t have spuds in it but it does have meat, nicely browned meat. And brown food is good food! It does call for red wine but if desired you can use red … Continue reading →

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Sauerkraut with Apples

Posted on September 19, 2011 by okieranchwife

In honor of Oktoberfest, here is a typical German side Dish. 2 pounds Sauerkraut, drained 2 Sweet Onions, sliced 2 medium Apples, sliced 2 tablespoons Bacon Drippings or Crisco type Shortening 2 cups dry White Wine 1 whole Carrot, peeled … Continue reading →

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Spicy Apple Compote

Posted on September 19, 2011 by okieranchwife

The apple harvest is here. And I am loving it. Apples have to be my most favorite fruit. Two years ago we planted 3 tart apple trees in our yard. This year we had one tiny apple, but it is getting red! … Continue reading →

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Sauteed Green Beans

Posted on September 18, 2011 by okieranchwife

Tonight we had this side dish with grilled chicken thighs. Steaming the beans first makes the beans tender, then the sauteing makes them a little crispy.   1 pound fresh Green Beans, keep whole but trim vine end 1 tablespoon … Continue reading →

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Cheddar Cheese Ball

Posted on September 18, 2011 by okieranchwife

The holidays are just around the corner and I always try to offer different munchies. Now I do like the healthy broccoli, carrot sticks and cauliflower nibbles but sometimes you just want the decadent cheesy snack! 40 ozs Neufchatel or Cream … Continue reading →

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Braided Challah Bread

Posted on September 18, 2011 by okieranchwife

This is another recipe that I copied down from “The Frugal Gourmet” cooking show from the early 1980’s. My recipe is stained and well used and loved. 1 1/4 tablespoons Active Dry Yeast 3/4 cup Warm Water 1 tablespoon Sugar … Continue reading →

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Corn Slaw

Posted on September 18, 2011 by okieranchwife

This is a nice change from tradtional cole slaw. You can kick up the heat a bit by adding some Red Cayenne Powder. 1/4 cup Sour Cream ( I use Cacique Crema Mexicanna Agria, a Mexicna style sour cream) 1/4 cup Olive … Continue reading →

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Hot Crab Dip

Posted on September 18, 2011 by okieranchwife

This is a really easy dip for guests or even for tailgating at those sports games. 1 can (6 ozs) Crab Meat 1 package (16 ozs) Neufchatel or Cream Cheese 3 tablespoons Milk 1 tablespoon Prepared Horseradish Onion Powder and … Continue reading →

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Pork Chops with Apples

Posted on September 17, 2011 by okieranchwife

In honor of German Oktoberfest here is a great meal to pair with Oktoberfest Beer! And it’s in a crockpot. You can also try this dish with lamb chops. 4 Pork Loin Chops, at least 1 inch thick, trim off … Continue reading →

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Crockpot Beef Ragout

Posted on September 17, 2011 by okieranchwife

We like using the crockpot on a day that we know will be busy. It’s great for starting in the morning and letting it do its thing all day while you are at work, away from the house or working outside. … Continue reading →

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