Category Archives: dessert

Persimmon Pecan Pie

Posted on November 6, 2015 by okieranchwife

This is a variation on my sweet potato pecan pie.  I was able to get to the ripe persimmons before the deer, cows and coyotes. The persimmons are from my land and pecans from a friends tree. I am very … Continue reading →

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Native Persimmon Pudding

Posted on October 24, 2015 by okieranchwife

I am fortunate to have numerous native persimmon trees, Diospyros virginiana, on my property. And this year I was able to get to them before the deer, coyotes or the cows. If you have not ever tried a ripe persimmon, … Continue reading →

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Happy Thanksgiving

Posted on November 28, 2014 by okieranchwife

I know a day late and dollar short. That’s me. But I was having a good time yesterday. I hope everyone had a very good Thanksgiving. This was my table for my brother and me. Brined turkey, cold green bean salad, … Continue reading →

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Ground Cherry Pie

Posted on August 31, 2014 by okieranchwife

I had not heard of a ground cherry until 2 years ago. In the Lehman’s catalogue there was a package of ground cherry seeds for sale. I bought several. This is the second year that I have grown ground cherries … Continue reading →

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Chocolate Zucchini Bread

Posted on August 9, 2014 by okieranchwife

And yet another……..LOL!!! Two more loaves for my deep freeze. They are fresh out of the oven. 3 Eggs 1 cup Vegetable or Extra Light Olive Oil 2 cups Sugar 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract 3 cups flour, your choice 1 … Continue reading →

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Chocolate Zucchini Cake

Posted on July 13, 2014 by okieranchwife

I found this recipe last year on the Foodnetwork website. I had so much zucchini last year that I was looking for new and different ways to use it. I know, I know. This is just an excuse to eat … Continue reading →

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Lemon Poppy Seed Cake

Posted on August 7, 2013 by okieranchwife

I cut this recipe out of magazine years ago. I don’t even remember which magazine. I made this last weekend. I usually do not make dessert, cookies, cakes or pies, but I have to say this cake is the BOMB!! … Continue reading →

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Hot Mulled Apple Cider

Posted on December 16, 2012 by okieranchwife

This the season!!! This is just the beverage to make spirits bright! 1 quart Apple Cider (non alcoholic) or Hard Apple Cider (like Scrumpys) 2 Oranges sliced round like the sun 12 whole Cloves 1/4 teaspoon Nutmeg 1/2 teaspoon Ground … Continue reading →

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Apple Crisp

Posted on June 24, 2012 by okieranchwife

This dessert is so rich and wonderful, I just could not wait until the Fall when apple harvest happens. I made it a couple of days ago and reminded me of cool days and even cooler nights. 1/2 cup cold … Continue reading →

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Apple Quinoa Pudding

Posted on March 29, 2012 by okieranchwife

I found this recipe in a little magazine in one of the doctor’s office that we visited recently. I’m making it as I type. I’m posting it now but will update after we eat! LOL. It can be eaten at any … Continue reading →

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