As the last days of the season wound down, these cookies were particularly tempting. I had stayed away from the cookies most of the season, but there is just something about knowing they won’t be there much longer to tempt that creates a sense of urgency. Nonetheless, when I finally buckled and went to get…
If you’ve ever wondered why our pastry chef Melissa is so good, you need only dig into her family history to realize that she comes from a long line of talented bakers. This recipe from her great grandmother Formanek dates from the WWI era, hence no butter! Melissa’s Grandma’s Ginger Lace Cookies 1 ½ cup…
Summer time is the perfect time of the year for chilled soups. This summer, Chef Chol shares his recipe for Chilled Corn Soup, just in time for the Olathe corn to be coming into season. Do you know the story about Olathe corn? Corn isn’t a major crop in most of Colorado, but there is…
Mushroom Risotto (makes 2 servings) Ingredients: 4 ounces butter ½ yellow onion, minced 2 cups carnaroli rice 1 cup dry white wine 1 quart vegetable stock, simmering ½ pound mushrooms 2 ounces soy sauce 1 cup crème fraiche (or sour cream, or heavy cream) 4 ounces Parmesan cheese Salt to taste Method: 1. Melt the…
The other day just for fun I put a photo of our cookie jar on Facebook to recognize National Cookie Day. The response was trememdous, and there were requests for cookie recipes. Since we already have our famous peanut butter cookie recipe posted, I asked the chefs for the next favorite recipe–their special chocolate chip…
There’s a chill in the air, and a hearty soup is just the ticket on a cold day…..especially if you can eat it while sitting in front of a roaring fire with great friends! Corn Chowder (makes 2 gallons) Ingredients: 4 ounces unsalted butter 1 ½ pound of bacon diced 2 large yellow onions, diced…
Just in time for the weather to start cooling down and the leaves to start turning golden, this recipe will set you up for a perfect autumn dinner! Braised Short Ribs Fettucine with Parsnips, Arugula and Parmesan Red Wine Marinade 2 carrots 1 leek 1 yellow onion 1 small celery root 1 tablespoon salt 1…
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…
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:…
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…
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