Tag Archives: fruit

Lemon Balm and Mint Tea Punch

Posted on April 25, 2024 by okieranchwife

The lemon balm and spearmint in my garden is spreading exponentially. My lemon balm especially has gone feral. This recipe is so refreshing during the hot weather of an Oklahoma summer. But I do  like it in the spring when … Continue reading →

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Irish Gingerbread Loaf

Posted on January 21, 2024 by okieranchwife

Around the same time I was craving the apple cider from the previous recipe, I also wanted gingerbread. The traditional kind. Not the store bought commercial stuff. I found this recipe in Darina Allen’s “Irish Traditional Cooking”.  Of course I … Continue reading →

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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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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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Easy Berry Smoothies

Posted on August 8, 2011 by okieranchwife

This is a nice treat for anyone any time for day! And it is gluten-free. 1 cup frozen Berries of your choice (blueberry, raspberry, cherry) 1 1/4 cups Vanilla Soynilk or Vanilla Rice Milk 6 oz gluten free French Vanilla Yogurt … Continue reading →

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Plum Soup

Posted on August 6, 2011 by okieranchwife

Okay, this is about as “fou-fou” a dish that I serve. But it is very good for cold soup. Think of it as a plum smoothie in a bowl.  Really it’s yum. 8 ozs Sour Cream, regular or low fat … 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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