Category Archives: snacks

Carrot Slaw

Posted on August 12, 2011 by okieranchwife

I like using dark raisins in this dish because they look so nice with the deep orange of the grated carrots. This is a fast and easy side dish for picnic parties, BBQ’s or whatever you have happening on t … Continue reading →

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Irish Currant Scones

Posted on August 11, 2011 by okieranchwife

Okay, this is a little more detailed than my scone recipe my mom and I got on our trip to Ireland. The original recipe left out some baking tips. This recipe may make it easier for you to enjoy some … Continue reading →

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Irish Scones

Posted on August 11, 2011 by okieranchwife

I took my mom to Ireland in July 1997. We ate at a little restaurant in the village of Adare,  County Limerick and they served these scones.  Adare was lovely. Thatched roof cottages! Cottage gardens. Sigh. I realize it is not … Continue reading →

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Hot Artichoke Dip

Posted on August 11, 2011 by okieranchwife

Ohhh, this is so good as a snack watching a movie or a favorite sports game!  1 can (14 oz) Artichoke Hearts, drained and chopped 1 cup Olive Oil Mayonnaise 1 cup Parmesan Cheese, grated 1 clove Garlic, peeled and … Continue reading →

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Green Tomato Mince Filling

Posted on August 9, 2011 by okieranchwife

This is another food (in addition to Chicken Fried Steak) that I made friends with since moving south. At the end of the growing season, there are always pounds and pounds of green tomatoes. This is another way to use … Continue reading →

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Spicy Cheese Straws

Posted on August 9, 2011 by okieranchwife

I love these spicy cheese straws as a snack, as breakfast whenever. I’m not very big on sweet snacks so this is prefect for me. I hope for you too. 1 block (10 ozs) sharp Cheddar Cheese, shredded. I recommend … Continue reading →

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Garlic Mash

Posted on August 9, 2011 by okieranchwife

A friend of mine gave me this recipe he got from a restaurant in San Fran. This is a spread for garlic lovers. Called “the stinking rose” in Medieval times, garlic has been used as food and medicine. Some cultures have … Continue reading →

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Screaming Hot Salsa

Posted on August 8, 2011 by okieranchwife

If you like it hot and are a pepper head, this salsa fs for you! The flavors develop overnight in fridge and it is good frozen up to 3 months. I have to give a “hat tip” to my college … Continue reading →

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Hummus

Posted on August 8, 2011 by okieranchwife

Hummus is filled with fiber, protein and gluten-free. Teamed with celery stick or cucumbers it is filling and good tasting. 2 cloves Garlic, peeled and pressed 1 can (15 ozs) Chickpeas (Garbanzo Beans) 3 1/2 tablespoons Tahini Paste (Sesame Seed Butter) … Continue reading →

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Beer Bread

Posted on August 5, 2011 by okieranchwife

This is a recipe from my mom who has been gone from us since 1998.  I think the only time I ever saw beer in the house was when she was making this bread.  I have used Shiner Heffewisen for … Continue reading →

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