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Moving from the fast-paced life of Los Angeles to the quiet, but busy life in the Oregon countryside has been full of adventures, mistakes, discoveries and joys. My love of nature, good food, good company, yummy martinis and beautiful horses has found the perfect place to grow here at Deer Park Farms. Follow me as I chronicle the comedy, the creativity, the cooking, and the chaos that make our life at Deer Park Farms
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Spring is Coming
From Deer Park Farms, 2 days ago, Read 0 times. Similar articles
After such a mild winter, it hardly seems like it’s time for spring to be poking, but coming it is. ?I’m quite sure that we’ll have another cold snap and all the emerging plants will be fighting off damage from the frost, but for now, I’m enjoying watching the specks of green popping through the soil.
The crocus are right on time, with the first purple blooms letting me know that the other colors will soon be on their way!
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These tiny little white...
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Shish Tawook Grilled Chicken
From Deer Park Farms, 2 weeks ago, Read 0 times. Similar articles
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt
2 tablespoons ketchup
2 tablespoons prepared mustard
1 1/2 teaspoons garlic, minced
2 teaspoons paprika
1 1/2 teaspoons ground allspice
1 teaspoon garam masala
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon curry powder
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or chicken thighs…my preference)
DIP
1/2 cup sour cream
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. curry powder
ground pepper, to taste
1. In small...
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A Girl and Her Dog
From Deer Park Farms, 2 weeks ago, Read 0 times. Similar articles
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Crave-worthy Brussels Sprouts
From Deer Park Farms, 2 weeks ago, Read 0 times. Similar articles
1 lb. Brussels Sprouts
1 tsp. sambal chili paste
1 tsp. fish sauce
1/2 tsp. sugar
1 tsp. sesame oil
1 tbs. rice wine vinegar
1 tbs. mirin
1 tbs. soy sauce
1 tbs. water
2 tbs. olive oil
slivered almonds (or ?toasted sesame seeds)
few sprigs of mint
1. Remove bottom stems and quarter the brussels sprouts
2. Bring 4 – 6 qts. of well salted water to a boil in a large pot. Place a large strainer so it is submerged in a large bowl of ice water. Boil the Brussels sprouts for about 2 minutes...
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Favorite Tri Tip Marinade
From Deer Park Farms, 3 weeks ago, Read 0 times. Similar articles
1/2 cup soy sauce
1/2 cup olive oil
6 cloves garlic, peeled and chopped
ground black pepper to taste
1 sprig fresh rosemary (optional)
2 – 3 fresh sage leaves (optional)
1 decent sized beef tri tip
1. In a small bowl combine soy sauce, olive oil, garlic and black pepper. Place tri tip in resealable plastic bag, add rosemary and sage. ?Pour marinade over and refrigerate overnight (or freeze for a rainy day).
2. Preheat outdoor grill for high heat, and bring tri tip to room temperature....
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Spicy Ancho Pulled Chicken
From Deer Park Farms, 2 month ago, Read 0 times. Similar articles
Need to get a better shot, but this will do for now
1 tbs. cumin
1 tbs. garlic powder
1 tbs. onion powder
1/2 tsp. chili powder
1/4 – 1/2 tsp. chipotle powder
salt to taste
2 bone-in chicken breasts
1 large onion, chopped
1/2 cup cilantro, chopped
2 whole ancho chili peppers, stems removed
1 bottle dry white wine
4 cups chicken broth
2 cans black beans
1. Heat small amount of oil in large pot over medium-high heat. In medium bowl combine garlic powder, cumin, chipotle, onion powder,...
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3 months in 1 post
From Deer Park Farms, 2 month ago, Read 0 times. Similar articles
What'?!? I have a blog' REALLY'?? ?Does anyone even remember or follow it anymore' Apparently, I forgot about its existence! To be fair, I’ve been going…going…going since late August. There have been countless events, stories, and recipes that each deserve their own entry, but I’m afraid I just can’t swing it….here’s a run down:
1. Avdoo had his first official horse show in Oregon…after his third class, he came up lame. He just now is back in...
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Protected: Halloween Photo Booth Shots 2011
From Deer Park Farms, 2 month ago, Read 0 times. Similar articles
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Boston Red Sox Cake
From Deer Park Farms, 5 month ago, Read 0 times. Similar articles
Last week, my stepbrother Eddie and his girlfriend came to visit from Connecticut. He’s a die hard Sox fan, so when mom asked if I had any thoughts on a cake for his birthday celebration, it was pretty obvious what the theme would be! The baseball hat seemed easy enough, so I started my research. I found loads of baseball hat cakes, some great…and some just plain awful. My favorite ended up being from a cake blog in Utah.
Once I had a picture in my head of what I wanted the end...
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More Finds
From Deer Park Farms, 5 month ago, Read 0 times. Similar articles
So while I’m still searching for the perfect dining room table, I have found several more really great piece for awesome prices!
This little side table fits perfectly on the side of our sectional…it’s the perfect height and depth! A whole $14.99. It’s solid, and the wood is in amazing condition. Whoever had it before me definitely oiled it properly! It’s awesome!
inlaid brass
These two side tables I found at a church rummage sale for $35 a piece. I...
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