Category Archives: snacks

Bacon Wrapped Jalapeno Poppers

Posted on August 30, 2011 by okieranchwife

Need to get more Vitamin C? Try eating more peppers. It’s been said that peppers have more vitamin C than oranges. There is even a hot pepper diet. Vitamin C and bacon, count me in!!! 1 dozen large Jalapeno Peppers … Continue reading →

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Frosted Pumpkin Squares

Posted on August 25, 2011 by okieranchwife

I like savory dishes but every once in a while I get a craving for something sweet. But even then I include spices in it. I guess it’s like my personality! And it’s my husband’s favorite cake……so far! 🙂 2 … Continue reading →

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Shortbread Cookies

Posted on August 23, 2011 by okieranchwife

I have been fortunate enough to visit Scotland several times. I even served as my husband’s almost native guide there on our honeymoon.  One of the many things I look forward to is the shortbread. It’s a good thing I don’t make these … Continue reading →

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Country Sourdough Bread

Posted on August 22, 2011 by okieranchwife

This sourdough loaf goes with any of the soup or stew recipes here on Red Dirt Cooking. I think you’ll like how easy and good this is. The commercial yeast is included in this recipe to speed up the rising … Continue reading →

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Basil Pesto

Posted on August 21, 2011 by okieranchwife

Basil is one of my favorite herbs. It needs almost no attention. To keep new leaves sprouting be certain to snip off the seed heads that form. Otherwise the energy of the plant will go to make seeds rather than … Continue reading →

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Black Bean and Corn Dip

Posted on August 21, 2011 by okieranchwife

This is another easy snack for hungry sports fans.  For a special treat, serve with warmed thin style tortilla chips or even flatbread. 1 can (15 ozs) Black Beans, rinsed 1 can (15 oz) White Corn, drained 3 medium Tomatoes, … Continue reading →

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Guacamole

Posted on August 19, 2011 by okieranchwife

We love avocados and guacamole. When I make this dip, it doesn’t last too long around our place. Some people put tomatoes and peppers and other stuff, but I like to keep it simple. 2 ripe medium Avocados, peeled and … Continue reading →

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Black Bean Dip

Posted on August 14, 2011 by okieranchwife

With the tailgating season started, this dip goes a long way to feed hungry sports fans! 2 cups canned Black Beans, rinsed 1 1/4 cup mild Salsa 3/4 cup Green Onions, chopped 1/2 teaspoon Sea Salt or to taste 1/4 … Continue reading →

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Sweet Potato-Pecan Pie

Posted on August 12, 2011 by okieranchwife

This a favorite in our house. I always have to make it for Thanksgiving and Christmas. This year, I’ll be able to make them from sweet potatoes from our garden and pecans from a friends tree. The original recipe is … Continue reading →

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Pumpkin Bread

Posted on August 12, 2011 by okieranchwife

Very soon we’ll start to see all different varieties of pumpkins in the stores. This is recipe works well with the small jack o’ lantern type. I like to use Black Walnuts. We are fortunate to have 3 black walnut … Continue reading →

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