Chef’s Corner: Broccoli Salad

Here’s a perfect one for a backyard cookout or a weekend picnic.  It’s a favorite summer lunch dish at the ranch, when everyone comes in hungry from their adventures out on the trails. Broccoli Salad Ingredients: 2 heads of Broccoli, cut into bite sized pieces ½ pound bacon, cooked and chopped 1 small red onion, diced…

Dude Ranch Poetry

This well-known poem, first published in 1917, recently came onto my radar, and I wanted to share it with all of you.  It sums up so much of why all of us at the ranch love this lifestyle and the people who make this place tick. Out Where the West Begins- by Arthur Chapman Out…

Chef’s Corner: VVR Granola

The VVR Granola is one of my favorites.  Mixed with some fresh berries and yogurt….what a great way to start the day!  Ben might disagree with me and opt for bacon, potatoes, and eggs, but if you’re looking for a little bit of a lighter breakfast–give this one a try! Makes about 6 cups Ingredients:…

Where are they now?

There have been a lot of amazing people who have called Vista Verde home for a season or two, or more.  It’s fun to look back on some of the folks who have worked at the ranch over the years, and see where they are now. Zac Dean was a wrangler from 1999 until early…

Recipe: Cowboy Cheddar Cheese Chive Waffles

Are you looking for something a bit different to jazz up your weekend breakfast? Our ranch chefs recommend this recipe for our Cowboy Cheddar Cheese Chive Waffles (makes 8 waffles). Ingredients: 1½ cups all-purpose flour ½ cup rye flour 1 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese 1/3 cup minced fresh chives 2 teaspoons baking powder ½…