Category Archives: emergency cooking

Irish Lamb and Barley Soup

Posted on August 7, 2011 by okieranchwife

This recipe is only slightly different from my Irish Stew recipe that can be found in the “cast iron cookery” catagory.  This a little thinner consistency and some has barley and cabbage added. 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVOO) 2 and … Continue reading →

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Hearty Bison Barley Soup

Posted on August 6, 2011 by okieranchwife

Olive Oil Non-stick Cooking Spray 1 1/2 pounds Beef or Bison Sirloin Steak, cut into 1 inch cubes 2 cups White or Baby Portobella Mushrooms, sliced 2 cloves Garlic, peeled and pressed 1 small Onion, chopped 2 medium Carrots, peeled … Continue reading →

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Irish Stew

Posted on August 5, 2011 by okieranchwife

The best Irish Lamb Stew I ever had was in a little pub in Dublin, Ireland. I don’t know if that famous Irish Extra Stout was in it but it was great tasting. This recipe gives you the flavor of … Continue reading →

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White Chicken Chili

Posted on August 5, 2011 by okieranchwife

This is a nice chili for a complete meal even on a hot summer’s day. The fresh cilantro really makes a refreshing accent. 1 tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil 1 pound skinless Chicken Breasts, cubed 1 large Onion, finely diced 1 clove Garlic, … Continue reading →

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Hoppin’ John with Rice

Posted on August 5, 2011 by okieranchwife

In the south black-eyed peas are traditionally eaten on New Year’s Day for luck in the coming year. But this is good enough to have anytime. With little cooking involved, it is a good meal anytime a winter storm makes life interesting. … Continue reading →

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Hearty Split Pea Soup

Posted on August 4, 2011 by okieranchwife

Putting a smoked ham hock in this soup gives it a nice campfire feel. You can also use slices of cooked ham diced up or even just a ham bone. Any version is tasty and filling. And it freezes great … Continue reading →

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Peasant’s Bean Cassoulet

Posted on August 4, 2011 by okieranchwife

Great tasting stew that is packed with fiber. I’ll bet by now you are definitely seeing a trend in my cooking. Yup, I do love soups and stews.  They have that hearty and tummy warming feeling to them that takes me back … Continue reading →

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Hungarian Chicken Vegetable Soup

Posted on August 4, 2011 by okieranchwife

I wish I could take credit for this recipe because it is so good but it was a prizewinning recipe from the 1992 Old Farmer’s Almanac Recipe contest. It makes 15 to 20 servings and freezes very well. In fact we … Continue reading →

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Apple Butter

Posted on August 4, 2011 by okieranchwife

I never liked the apple butter that you can buy from a store so I didn’t eat it until I started canning my own 3 years ago. In September and October I can approximately 40 pints of Apple Butter. I … Continue reading →

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Quinoa Breakfast

Posted on August 4, 2011 by okieranchwife

Pronounced Keen-wa, this small grain from South America packs a big punch with the highest amount of protein found in all grains. It is a good option for people who have Celiac disease and cannot tolerate gluten found in other grains.  1 … Continue reading →

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