Earlier this week my sister called me wanting a quick, easy recipe that her boyfriend (also a rancher) would eat. He apparently groaned "again" when she suggested fixing meat loaf or spaghetti pie, her two go-to-meals for when he eats with her. I'm not sure if I should feel flattered or alarmed that she knew she could count on my recipes being quick, easy, and something a rancher would eat. I cook pretty much every night because after working hard in the field or with cattle all day my husband is hungry and wants "real" food, but I don't love standing over a stove for hours on end (I've also found that having a baby nearby considerably lessens the amount of time I have for cooking).
I thought I'd share a recipe each week with all of you in case you're looking for something that's a home cooked meal but not a whole afternoon.
Here's the meal I suggested to my sister (and her boyfriend loved it).
Pork Chops with Cream of Mushroom Soup
Put your pork chops in a greased pan. Cover with a can of cream of mushroom soup. Cover and bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes. (Yes, it's really that easy!) If I'm feeling froggy, I like to put a little chopped onion and garlic, but it's just as good without it. This can be eaten on it's own or over garlic buttered noodles or rice.
Beer Bread
3 c. self rising flour
3 tbls. brown sugar
1/2 t. onion or garlic powder (whichever you prefer or have)
1 (12 oz) beer
1/4 c. melted butter
Mix first 3 ingredients. Pour in beer and mix until moist. Put in bread pan. Pour butter over top.
Bake 375 degrees for 45-50 minutes. ( You can leave out the onion/garlic powder if you want) Green chilies, jalapenos, cheese, etc. can be added to this also.
Corn on the Cob
Boil 20 minutes in slightly salty water!
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