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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.

Irish Scones

Posted on August 11, 2011 by okieranchwife

I took my mom to Ireland in July 1997. We ate at a little restaurant in the village of Adare,  County Limerick and they served these scones.  Adare was lovely. Thatched roof cottages! Cottage gardens. Sigh. I realize it is not … Continue reading →

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Hot Artichoke Dip

Posted on August 11, 2011 by okieranchwife

Ohhh, this is so good as a snack watching a movie or a favorite sports game!  1 can (14 oz) Artichoke Hearts, drained and chopped 1 cup Olive Oil Mayonnaise 1 cup Parmesan Cheese, grated 1 clove Garlic, peeled and … Continue reading →

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Bison Pot Roast

Posted on August 10, 2011 by okieranchwife

This pot roast works equally well with beef or bison but we prefer bison since it is a leaner than beef.  Low and slow are the words for tender pot roast just like my mom made on Sundays.  I will usually … Continue reading →

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Ratatouille with Basil

Posted on August 10, 2011 by okieranchwife

This version of the classic French Stew can be made gluten-free by using brown rice pasta shells and makes 8 servings depending on the size. 1 cup Leeks, chopped 2 cloves Garlic, peeled and pressed 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive … Continue reading →

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Butternut Squash Soup

Posted on August 10, 2011 by okieranchwife

This soup is a little more work than most of my soups but the taste is definitely worth it. The butternut squash harvest is coming in now and it will store fairly well on the countertop. 3 medium Butternut Squash, … Continue reading →

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Green Tomato Mince Filling

Posted on August 9, 2011 by okieranchwife

This is another food (in addition to Chicken Fried Steak) that I made friends with since moving south. At the end of the growing season, there are always pounds and pounds of green tomatoes. This is another way to use … Continue reading →

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Pennsylvania German Hot Bacon Dressing

Posted on August 9, 2011 by okieranchwife

Even as a kid I really liked this sour dressing that my Mom made for Sunday lunch. She usually paired it with  her Beef Pot Roast. This is comfort food for me! 3 slices of Bacon, well cooked and crumbled 1 … Continue reading →

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Spicy Cheese Straws

Posted on August 9, 2011 by okieranchwife

I love these spicy cheese straws as a snack, as breakfast whenever. I’m not very big on sweet snacks so this is prefect for me. I hope for you too. 1 block (10 ozs) sharp Cheddar Cheese, shredded. I recommend … Continue reading →

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Garlic Mash

Posted on August 9, 2011 by okieranchwife

A friend of mine gave me this recipe he got from a restaurant in San Fran. This is a spread for garlic lovers. Called “the stinking rose” in Medieval times, garlic has been used as food and medicine. Some cultures have … Continue reading →

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Screaming Hot Salsa

Posted on August 8, 2011 by okieranchwife

If you like it hot and are a pepper head, this salsa fs for you! The flavors develop overnight in fridge and it is good frozen up to 3 months. I have to give a “hat tip” to my college … Continue reading →

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