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Cornmeal Mush - Indian Mush 6 Replies
Today we are going back in time – way back.This dish is at least several centuries old.I can remember my dad (born in 1914) talking about eating cornmeal mush as a kid. He grew up on a prosperous…Continue
Started by Neil Waring. Last reply by AERA D. LEWIS Feb 14.
Fry Bread and Donuts 9 Replies
Going on a Trip – Old Time Journey BreadAlso called Fry bread or Indian Fry Bread (depended on who was doin' the cooking) 3 1/2 cups flour2 tsp salt2 tsp Baking powder1 cup milk Knead until soft but…Continue
Started by Neil Waring. Last reply by Dana Henry Feb 13.
Cowboy Potatoes
Cowboy PotatoesThis recipe is a takeoff of the old time Sheppard’s Pie, but no self respecting Cowboy would ever eat something named after a sheep herder-So here it is Cowboy Potatoes, could have…Continue
Started by Neil Waring Jan 16.
A Good Cowboy Kitchen 1 Reply
So what did cowboys eat? Well it depended on who was doing the cooking. If it was the cowboy doing the cooking most meals were the same, the three Bs, bacon, biscuits and beans, washed down with some…Continue
Started by Neil Waring. Last reply by Stan H Jan 14.
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Comment by Edward on December 29, 2009 at 1:25pm -
I hated to see the old group disolve when Gayle left True West.
She contributed some great ideas and recipes.
To start things off on the right foot I would like to offer this recipe for your holiday enjoyment,Mr Edds Spice Rubbed Kabobs with Salsa Verde.doc
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Comment by Jim Catalano on January 12, 2010 at 6:01pm -
How did they make beans on trail drives?
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Comment by Edward on January 13, 2010 at 12:15am
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Found some info about beans on trail drives.
Pretty much bean cooking has not changed.
I would imagine that, like stew, additional ingredients would be added. Especially salt pork or bacon, "Slow Elk" (some other herd's stray) and game. This would explain the "con carne" with meat, when talking about chili.
Of course salt and pepper were used as seasoning.
Beans made up a large portion of the cowboy's diet.
Usually they were pinto beans, and occasionally a red bean would slip in. The beans were originally known as frijoles. Soon frijoles came to mean any beans. Beans were a favorite with all as they were cheap, easy to transport, they kept well in the dried state and were filling. The cook added a bit of salt pork to make them flavorful.
The night before cooking, the beans are picked through to remove any rocks or other debris. They soak overnight and then go on slow fire until they are tender. This usually took three to four hours. They could be and would be served morning, noon or night.
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Comment by Edward on January 21, 2010 at 3:02pm
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Comment by Edward on June 26, 2010 at 2:46pm
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Hey everybody,
Welcome Hoppalong.
Something happened to the Brisket recipe attachment so here it is again,Mr. Edd's BBQ Brisket 070707 edition public.doc
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Comment by Edward on June 26, 2010 at 2:49pm
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Kind of expected a lot more input for recipes.
Here's another, for a great steak.
Used this on Fathers Day for a Porter House. Mr. Edds Coffee Peppercorn Steak 062010.doc
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Comment by Edward on June 26, 2010 at 2:59pm
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One more for good measure.
This Game Hen recipe is great on a summer evening.
Goes good with a Ice Cold Wheat Beer also.
Now if you don't have a recipe to add.
Try one of these and add your comment.
Enjoy
Mr. Edd's SPATCHCOCKED Game Hens with Cilantro Lime Marinade.doc
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Comment by Edward on January 26, 2011 at 8:06am
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Comment by Edward on March 26, 2011 at 9:30pm
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Heres's something for the daring.
West Coast Buffalo Wings, (AKA Tatonka Wing)
Been toying around with this variation for some time.
Had them tonight and I'll tell you you can't buy better.
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Comment by J.R. Sanders on May 31, 2011 at 5:21pm -
Anybody have a recommendation for a good chuckwagon/cowboy cookbook?
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