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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.

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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Garlic Aioli

Posted on September 4, 2011 by okieranchwife

Don’t worry aioli (a-oh-lee) is just a different name for mayonnaise. This is wonderful on burgers or hot dogs. It can also used a dipping sauce. 4 cloves of Garlic, peeled and pressed 1/2 cup + 1 tablespoon Extra Virgin … Continue reading →

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Spicy Mustard Dip

Posted on September 4, 2011 by okieranchwife

This mustard dip pairs so nicely with cubes of cheese, pretzels or even veggies. 1/4 cup Olive Oil Mayonnaise 1 tablespoon Spicy Brown Mustard 1/4 teaspoon Worcestershire Sauce 1/4 teaspoon Soy Sauce 2 drops Habanero Hot Sauce (listed under the snack … Continue reading →

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Habanero Hot Sauce

Posted on September 4, 2011 by okieranchwife

This is a nice fast sauce to make at home. You can use a couple drops of this in scrambled eggs or almost anything! Great taste! Nice heat! 1 tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVOO) 2 cloves Garlic, peeled and pressed … Continue reading →

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Hamburger Soup

Posted on September 3, 2011 by okieranchwife

This is my husband’s recipe and we had it for lunch today. He told me that he remembers his mother having a big pot of this soup on the stove during the winter. 1 pound ground Bison or Beef 1 teaspoon … Continue reading →

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Tomatoey Mac and Cheese

Posted on September 3, 2011 by okieranchwife

I found this recipe on Paula Deens website. Paula used whole fresh tomatoes in her version. I added the panko bread crumbs and the smoked cheese. 4 tablespoons Butter 2 cups uncooked Elbow Macaroni, Wheat or Brown Rice 2 tablespoon Onion, … Continue reading →

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Barley and Mushroom Stew

Posted on September 2, 2011 by okieranchwife

For a change from meat based stews, this is a great option. But I love the meaty ones!! 1 tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVOO) 2 small Leeks, washed well and use only white and pale green parts Sea Salt … Continue reading →

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Pork and Sauerkraut

Posted on September 2, 2011 by okieranchwife

I get recipes from all different places and twist them to suit us. I don’t know where I found this recipe but I have not changed a thing. 2 pounds country style Pork Ribs 1 medium Onion, chopped 1 tablespoon … Continue reading →

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Chicken Fried Bison Steak

Posted on September 1, 2011 by okieranchwife

Okay, it’s confession time. My future husband was moving me from that un-specified North East state in the summer of 2005. We had just crossed the Mason Dixon Line and needed to stop for lunch. He suggested “Chicken Fried Steak” at the … Continue reading →

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