Category Archives: sides

Potato Pancake with mushroom sauce

Posted on September 10, 2011 by okieranchwife

These potato pancakes are wonderful with a fried egg, apple butter, sour cream or a jelly topping for breakfast. But I like them as a dinner side with the savory mushroom sauce I have listed after the pancake recipe. Try different toppings and … Continue reading →

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Momma Manie’s Christmas Pickles

Posted on September 9, 2011 by okieranchwife

This recipe has a story behind it. For several years my husband has been talking about his mother’s Christmas pickles. He is in his late 50’s and said that as long as he could remember, there were Christmas Pickles in … Continue reading →

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Beet and Red Onion Slaw

Posted on September 9, 2011 by okieranchwife

This dish is really nice when served with burgers or hot dogs in place of regular coleslaw. It has a wonderful sweet and sour taste. 1 1/2 pound fresh Red Beets, washed, trimmed and peeled 2 whole Cloves 2 whole … Continue reading →

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Wilted Spinach with Mushrooms

Posted on September 8, 2011 by okieranchwife

I like to use spinach in many dishes, soups, salads, dips and sautéed. Leafy green vegetables are so good for you. I usually pair this with a grilled steak. 1 1/2 tablespoons unsalted Butter 1/3 cup Sweet Vidalia Onions, fine … Continue reading →

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Penbryn Cheese Pudding

Posted on September 6, 2011 by okieranchwife

Penbryn is a really nice Welsh Cheese. Now since I usually don’t have Welsh Cheese in my fridge, so I use Cheddar Cheese. And it works well. I had this dish on a trip to England and really loved it. 4 … Continue reading →

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Deviled Eggs

Posted on September 6, 2011 by okieranchwife

Back in the 1960’s, I always saw these eggs on my mom’s table whenever we had guests. I loved ’em back then and still love ’em now. 1 rounded tablespoon Sugar or Sugar Substitute 2 teaspoons White Vinegar 3/4 teaspoon Sea Salt … Continue reading →

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Creamy Coleslaw

Posted on September 5, 2011 by okieranchwife

A favorite for summer holidays and picnics! This recipe is easliy doubled if you are feeding a crowd. 1/3 cup Olive Oil Mayonnaise 1/4 cup Sour Cream 1 tablespoon Apple Cider Vinegar 3/4 teaspoon Sugar or Sugar Substitute 1/2 teaspoon … Continue reading →

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Garlic Aioli

Posted on September 4, 2011 by okieranchwife

Don’t worry aioli (a-oh-lee) is just a different name for mayonnaise. This is wonderful on burgers or hot dogs. It can also used a dipping sauce. 4 cloves of Garlic, peeled and pressed 1/2 cup + 1 tablespoon Extra Virgin … Continue reading →

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Spicy Mustard Dip

Posted on September 4, 2011 by okieranchwife

This mustard dip pairs so nicely with cubes of cheese, pretzels or even veggies. 1/4 cup Olive Oil Mayonnaise 1 tablespoon Spicy Brown Mustard 1/4 teaspoon Worcestershire Sauce 1/4 teaspoon Soy Sauce 2 drops Habanero Hot Sauce (listed under the snack … Continue reading →

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Habanero Hot Sauce

Posted on September 4, 2011 by okieranchwife

This is a nice fast sauce to make at home. You can use a couple drops of this in scrambled eggs or almost anything! Great taste! Nice heat! 1 tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVOO) 2 cloves Garlic, peeled and pressed … Continue reading →

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