Category Archives: emergency cooking

The Spring “Weeds” are here!

Posted on May 4, 2023 by okieranchwife

The Spring “Weeds” are here! Many people run to get the herbicide to spray the heck out of those darn weeds. I run to get my foraging basket to gather as many as I can find to make a wonderful … Continue reading →

Posted in emergency cooking, foraged food, peasant cooking, sides, soup | Tagged , , , | Leave a comment

Tuna Salad with Homemade Italian Dressing

Posted on May 2, 2022 by okieranchwife

Right after I graduated from college, I made this salad quite often because it is very economical. Also I was a terrible cook then. I have redeemed myself on that score. Now I make this dish because it is something … Continue reading →

Posted in emergency cooking, herbs and spices, main dish, salad, sides | Tagged , , , , | 1 Comment

Foraging in My Yard for Spring Salads

Posted on April 20, 2022 by okieranchwife

Food is freedom. Control the food, control the people. Wild onion grass, violets and Dandelions! It is Spring in Oklahoma. And my hens are producing more eggs since the daylight lasts longer. I have 10 dozen in my fridge right … Continue reading →

Posted in emergency cooking, salad, sides | Tagged , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Peasant Cooking for Modern Day Home Cooks

Posted on January 30, 2022 by okieranchwife

By peasant cooking I do not mean porridge gruel three times a day. I mean thoughtfully using ingredients to stretch meals. Many home cooks do this instinctually to feed the family. I am certain that everyone has experienced sticker shock … Continue reading →

Posted in cooking tips, emergency cooking, main dish, soup, stew | Tagged , , | Leave a comment

Quick Sale Shopping Extravaganza

Posted on December 13, 2021 by okieranchwife

While this post is not a recipe per se it can help in future cooking, recipe planning and food security.  I say food security because I having been hearing a great deal about food shortages. Now that I am a … Continue reading →

Posted in emergency cooking, Uncategorized | Tagged , , , | Leave a comment

Dehydrated Tomato Powder

Posted on September 6, 2021 by okieranchwife

During the heat of the summer I try to limit the amount of stove top and oven cooking I do. I lean heavily on my Crock Pot. I love my gas stove in the Winter, hello cozy kitchen, but in … Continue reading →

Posted in canning & preserving, emergency cooking | Tagged , , | Leave a comment

Peanut Butter, Turmeric and Pumpkin Dog Treats

Posted on October 25, 2015 by okieranchwife

Several weeks ago there was a recipe for dog treats making the rounds on Facebook. It called for whole wheat flour. I really don’t like to give my dogs too much wheat since that can be food sensitivity for them. … Continue reading →

Posted in bread, emergency cooking, snacks | Tagged , , , , , | Leave a comment

Summer Harvest Soup

Posted on August 10, 2013 by okieranchwife

I don’t know about you but I love soup anytime of the year. My mom cooked excellent soups and I hope that I come close to her expertise. This soup can contain almost anything you harvest from your summer garden … Continue reading →

Posted in emergency cooking, soup | Tagged , , , , , | Leave a comment

Creamy Broccoli Soup

Posted on March 8, 2012 by okieranchwife

Today is a cold March day here in Oklahoma and my thoughts have turned to soup again. To be sure, soup is never far from my mind. It is favorite meal around our place. I started thinking about the mild winter we … Continue reading →

Posted in emergency cooking, soup | Tagged , , | Leave a comment

Recipe of the Week

Posted on February 20, 2012 by okieranchwife

Over at one of my favorite blogs, http://www.survivalblog.com , there is a new category, “Recipe of the Week” that is published every Monday.  Today there are several recipes! Bonus!!  The recipes can be made from storage items in your pantry or during … Continue reading →

Posted in canning & preserving, emergency cooking | Tagged , , | Leave a comment