Tag Archives: comfort food

Tuscan Kale and Cannellini Bean Soup

Posted on October 14, 2014 by okieranchwife

I know I post a lot of soup and stew recipes but they are the best way to stretch your groceries to feed a lot of people for several meals. I have been trying make my groceries go farther and … Continue reading →

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Venison and Barley Stew

Posted on October 7, 2014 by okieranchwife

Barley really needs to find a place in American pantries again. It is a powerhouse whole grain that is high in fiber and high in veg protein. Most barley grown in America today will be used to make barley malt … Continue reading →

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Buttermilk Fried Okra

Posted on September 4, 2014 by okieranchwife

Last night when I got home from my town job I made a typical Southern Meal, pan fried ham steak with a Crown Royal Maple Whiskey drizzle (ok so the Crown Royal may not be so typical Southern but it … Continue reading →

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Baked Corn and Cheese Casserole

Posted on September 1, 2014 by okieranchwife

The side of the baking dish is a little dirty. I guess I would not pass the muster for Master Chef and Gordon Ramsey. LOL.. This is super easy and is an excellent summer picnic food. Even great at the … Continue reading →

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Ground Cherry Pie

Posted on August 31, 2014 by okieranchwife

I had not heard of a ground cherry until 2 years ago. In the Lehman’s catalogue there was a package of ground cherry seeds for sale. I bought several. This is the second year that I have grown ground cherries … Continue reading →

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Vegetable Frittata

Posted on April 22, 2014 by okieranchwife

Starting in the early Spring and continuing through to Fall, my hens happily produce more eggs than I can ever eat and I like to make frittatas for breakfast or breakfast for dinner. You can put anything in them that … Continue reading →

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King Ranch Casserole – Red Dirt Style

Posted on September 12, 2013 by okieranchwife

Growing up in that unnamed Northeast State, I never experienced King Ranch Casserole. In fact, yesterday was the first time I made it. I needed a one dish wonder because I was processing and canning the pears from my tree … Continue reading →

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Beer and Cheese Soup

Posted on August 20, 2013 by okieranchwife

My friend loaned a “Cooking with Beer” cookbook. I like beer. So many good recipes in it that I must try. Did I mention that I like beer? Had this last night for dinner. The recipe makes enough for 2 … Continue reading →

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Bacon Blue Cheese Scones

Posted on December 1, 2012 by okieranchwife

Bottom line up front— I did find this recipe in a recent Grit Magazine. I wish I could claim it as my own but I don’t roll that way. What is better than bacon? Bacon and blue cheese combined! LOL!! … Continue reading →

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Creamed Cauliflower Soup

Posted on October 9, 2012 by okieranchwife

This is my lunch today and dinner. And for several more days! LOL!! With the cold weather and dark nights moving in, my cooking is changing to more hardy, filling and warming food. Enjoy.     1 large Cauliflower, stems removed and … Continue reading →

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