Category Archives: cast iron cookery

Sticks and Stones Arkansas Stew

Posted on August 26, 2011 by okieranchwife

This is a contribution from my brother for my blog. Again a one pot meal that is a favorite of mine! 1 pound Beef, cubed 4 ribs Celery, cut into 2 inch pieces 1 large Onion, large chopped 6 Carrots, … Continue reading →

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Cimarron Strip Chicken and Cornbread

Posted on August 25, 2011 by okieranchwife

I found this recipe in my mom’s collection. She clipped recipes from everywhere so I don’t have any attribution to give the original chef credit but I’m certain it was a big hit when he or she made it. I … Continue reading →

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Black Bean Soup

Posted on August 24, 2011 by okieranchwife

Almost any soup is a good candidate for cast iron cooking and emergency cooking. This soup uses some fresh veggies but you can easily substitute with dried veggies. The canned veggies are convenient in an emergency situation. This soup has a … Continue reading →

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Chicken Minestrone Soup

Posted on August 24, 2011 by okieranchwife

This soup is so versatile. You can use any type of veggies you have on hand. You can also make a vegetarian version by dropping the chicken and substituting veggie broth. This soup also freezes well, so make a double batch! … Continue reading →

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White Bean Soup

Posted on August 18, 2011 by okieranchwife

Yup, I’m wanting some cool weather! Another one pot dish, that will feed a crowd of people. 3 cups dried White Beans, (Navy, Northern or cannellini) 8 cups Water 1 tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVOO) 1 large Onion, Chopped … Continue reading →

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Hungarian Vegetable Goulash

Posted on August 17, 2011 by okieranchwife

As yes, another one pot meal. My cowboy husband and I are so ready for cool Fall nights! We will sit outside around the fire ring and have dinner with a nice bottle of wine. This is a great fire ring … Continue reading →

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Red Cabbage Casserole

Posted on August 17, 2011 by okieranchwife

This is another version of German Red Cabbage that I really like. This dish has the added taste of apples that is purely a German element. 1 tablespoon shortening or Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVOO) 6 cups Red Cabbage, shredded … Continue reading →

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Beans Bourguignonne

Posted on August 14, 2011 by okieranchwife

This hearty dish is a vegetarian version of Beef Bourguignonne and just as tasty. 1 large Sweet Onion, chopped 2 tablespoons Butter 1 large Carrot, cut in rounds 1 large Potato, peeled and diced 1 cup Water 3 tablespoons Tomato Paste … Continue reading →

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Gluten Free Pancakes

Posted on August 12, 2011 by okieranchwife

Sunday morning on the ranch means buckwheat pancakes. We think they have a better taste than regular pancakes. And they are not as heavy either. Buckwheat is not really a grain and it is gluten-free. We use a store-bought mix, Hodgson … Continue reading →

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Duke’s Corn Bread

Posted on August 11, 2011 by okieranchwife

This is supposedly John Wayne’s corn bread recipe. One of the local grocery stores gives out recipes and this was one of them.  It tastes really good. If you are a pepper head, you’ll like the Jalapeno in this. 1 … Continue reading →

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