Category Archives: Vegetables

Oklahoma Fried Okra

Posted on November 29, 2019 by HelenFern

Oklahoma announced it’s official state meal in 1988. It included cornbread, barbecue pork, chicken fried steak, squash and corn, biscuits, grits and sausage gravy, strawberries, pecan pie, black-eyed peas and fried okra. Fried okra, or “southern popcorn”, makes a great … Continue reading →

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Field Greens with Parmesan Crisps

Posted on April 15, 2019 by HelenFern

Those fresh, spring greens. If you’re looking for a fresh side or a small meal, this salad will fit the bill. Super easy to make and very satisfying!

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Roasted Cauliflower au Gratin

Posted on January 30, 2019 by HelenFern

I was craving a big bowl of roasted vegetables. I had some tri-colored cauliflower in the refrigerator, so I thought I’d make it up. But that wasn’t enough. It was so easy, you don’t even need a recipe.

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Summer Squash au Gratin

Posted on November 7, 2018 by HelenFern

It used to be those summer squash (you know the little patty pan, yellow zucchini, that kind) was only available in the summer. But with modern transportation systems, it’s available pretty much year round. Here’s a warmed up way to … Continue reading →

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Beer Battered Onion Rings

Posted on October 24, 2018 by HelenFern

I love onion rings but when I’ve made them in the past, the outside gets browned before the inside is soft. Well, I’ve discovered the secret to soft onions inside and crunchy batter outside!

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