An Oklahoman in Okehampton - Tiger's Cookbook

Beer Butt Chicken

nospam@example.com (Her Man) — Sat, 24 Oct 2009 18:50:31 +0100

2 cans beer-1 for chicken,1 for cook
Spices (I use a sprig of rosemary and garlic)
Olive oil
One whole roasting chicken

Oven temp 350 / Gas mark 4 (UK). This could also be done on a charcoal grill.

Wash the chicken and pat it dry.
Make sure the giblets are removed.
Use a can opener and remove the entire top of the can of beer. Drop rosemary and crushed garlic in.
Rub the entire chicken with olive oil.

Place the opened can of beer in the middle of a shallow roasting pan. Push the chicken (rear first) down over the can as far as it will go. Position the chicken legs so they serve as a 'tripod' to balance the bird. (takes a little effort, but it can be done!)

Place the chicken on the middle rack of the oven and roast uncovered for about an hour (depending on the size of the bird) As the juices run, I usually baste the bird several times to keep the skin from getting too dry. (Not necessary on the grill, but remember to place at the side of the charcoal, not directly over it) If you’re using barbeque sauce, save it till just before you take the bird off the grill.

A variety of roasted vegetables and salad make this meal complete.

Teresabix Tiffin

nospam@example.com (Her Man) — Sat, 24 Oct 2009 18:46:59 +0100

A sweet biscuit recipe from a friend ...... ideal 'energy' food for days in the hills

½lb Rich Tea biscuits (crushed)
¼lb Margarine
¾ cup Sultanas
1 Tablespoon Cocoa
2 Tablespoons Golden Syrup
2 Tablespoons Sugar

4-5 oz cooking chocolate for topping

Melt margarine, sugar and syrup in a large pan over low heat
Add sultanas & cocoa
Add crushed biscuit
Press into a Swiss Roll tin lined with parchment paper
Allow to cool

When set, cover with melted chocolate
Cut into squares

Small quantities of spirit ... such as whiskey, brandy .... can also be used to soak the sultanas. Drain and 'pat' dry before adding them to the pan.

Mama's Buckwheat Pancakes

nospam@example.com (Snow Tiger) — Fri, 23 Oct 2009 19:56:53 +0100

    1 cup milk
    1 tablespoons vinegar
    3 tablespoons oil
    1/2 cup buckwheat flour
    4 tablespoons all purpose flour, unbleached
    1 tablespoons sugar
    1/2 teaspoon salt
    1 tablespoons baking powder

Directions:
1)In measuring cup, mix milk with vinegar and let sit while you mix dry ingredients.
2)Mix flours, sugar, salt, and baking power.
3)In medium bowl, whip together the oil and milk mixture.
4)Gently stir in the dry mixture. Batter may be slightly lumpy. Do not over stir. Let batter sit 10 mins.
5)Heat oiled griddle (frying pan) to med-high. Pour batter to desired size and cook 2-3 minutes per side. Be careful not to burn them!
I usually turn the heat down to a little over medium for best results.

Serve with ........... see peppered bacon.

Tiger's Spicy peppered bacon breakfast

nospam@example.com (Her Man) — Sun, 24 May 2009 17:02:20 +0100

Combine in a small bowl:
3 tablespoons dark brown sugar
2 teaspoons allspice
2-3 tablespoons coarsely ground pepper corns
Pinch of Cayenne pepper
2 tablespoons water
Allow these ingredients to stand one hour, mixing occasionally.

Separate 6 slices of thick sliced smoked bacon and individually dip each one in the spice mixture, coating evenly
Lay each criss-crossed in shallow dish. (This will make the slices easier to separate for cooking)
Drizzle any remaining spice over the top.

Cover tightly and refrigerate overnight.

Grill/broil bacon till brown and crispy and serve with buckwheat pancakes drizzled with maple syrup....add a side dish of fruit and you have a hearty breakfast that will wake you up to meet your day.

Side note:
There is a gluten free buckwheat pancake mix available that I’ve tried, and it’s exceptionally good.

Her Man's Spag Bol

nospam@example.com (Snow Tiger) — Sun, 05 Oct 2008 15:26:08 +0100

Slightly different Spaghetti Bolognaise .... the way my man likes it !!!

½lb minced beef
Small tin chopped tomatoes
Mushrooms
Bottle Spag Bol sauce
Cheddar Cheese

Fry mince gently until brown ........ put in saucepan
Slice mushrooms, add mushroom & tinned tomatoes
Add spag bol sauce, stirring it well in

Bring to the boil, and simmer for 20 - 30 minutes.

Bring a pan of water to boil
Add pasta shells - boil for around 12 minutes
Drain and add to the mince.

Pour everything into an ovenware bowl.
Grate cheddar cheese onto the top
Cook (Gas Mark 6) until the cheese melts.

Serve with mixed salad, and warm buttered garlic bread.

If you wish to freeze individual portions, pour into tinfoil containers.
Wait until cold, grate cheese on top, then seal.

Iced coffee for two

nospam@example.com (Her Man) — Thu, 11 Sep 2008 12:31:01 +0100

Summer evenings in Oklahoma can be hot even after the sun goes down. Here is a delightful, easily made drink that is refreshing and cooling. Sit on the front porch, listen to the cricket’s serenade and enjoy yourself.

2 Tablespoons instant coffee
About 2 cups water
¼ cup milk or liquid creamer (for the calorie conscious, fat free milk works just as well)
2 drops caramel syrup
1 individual package artificial sweetener
6 ice cubes

Place all ingredients except ice cubes in jar of a blender.
Blend 30 seconds on low speed.
Add ice cubes and blend on high speed until mixture is icy and frothy.

Pour into chilled glasses and add more ice if desired.

Strawberry Pie….the way to a man’s heart!

nospam@example.com (Her Man) — Sun, 07 Sep 2008 14:19:14 +0100

15 minutes to make and a few hours to set up in the refrigerator

1 (9 inch) baked pie crust
¾ cup sugar
1 ½ cups water
2 tablespoons cornstarch
Pinch of salt
1 (3-ounce) box wild strawberry gelatin (not sugar free)
1 quart strawberries, washed and well-drained
Cool whip (or whipped cream) for serving. (fat free works just a well)

1. Cook sugar, water, cornstarch and salt until moderately thick and clear.
Dissolve strawberry gelatin in the hot mixture.

2. Place strawberries in a bowl. While hot, pour gelatin mixture over the strawberries. Pour into the baked pie crust. Place in refrigerator until set - a few hours is best. Serve with Cool Whip (or whipped cream) on top.

Tequila Lime Chicken

nospam@example.com (Her Man) — Mon, 11 Aug 2008 15:27:39 +0100

Here’s a meal that will make your guests think you’ve slaved over a hot stove for hours.

Take as many boneless skinless chicken breasts as you want to serve. (Fresh or frozen)
If frozen..allow to thaw in the refrigerator, if fresh rinse in cold water and pat dry.
Place in a shallow dish (glass is better. Sometimes you can get a change in flavor if you use metal)
Pierce each breast several times with a meat fork.
Pour LAWRY’S TEQUILA LIME MARINADE with lime juice over them, cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes (longer for more flavor)
Turn the breasts at least once.

Spray a skillet with PAM cooking spray.

Place the chicken in a skillet over medium heat until a light sear is achieved, then cover and lower the heat to simmer. When chicken is tender, pour a little marinade over it, turn the heat off and allow to rest 10 minutes before serving.

Serve with stir fried fresh or frozen green beans with almonds or unsalted roasted peanuts.

This meal is wonderful with a glass of wine, warm crusty bread, and maybe a nice side salad. Add a dessert of your choice and enjoy.

The American Okie's CookBook

nospam@example.com (Snow Tiger) — Tue, 29 Jul 2008 19:25:38 +0100

The American Okie's CookBook
A selection of Sharon's favorite recipes

Something new

nospam@example.com (Snow Tiger) — Tue, 29 Jul 2008 19:23:00 +0100

Hi everyone!

I like to cook, and have decided to share some of my favorite recipies with you. Some I've loved since childhood, and there will be some I've created myself, some of Dave's, and some that we just like.