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Beaver Clan Mexican Chocolate (Adults Only)

Beaver Clan Mexican Chocolate (Adults Only)

Thanksgiving Traditions
Beaver Clan Mexican Chocolate (Adult Only) Delicious dessert recipe. QueenOfTheBeav1 2 Dark chocolate bar  ( I use a godiva / so it is not as sweet or you can use Baker's semi sweet) I always keep shavings aside for garnish.  Whole milk ½ Gallon 1 cup half and half 1/2 cup Kaluha 1 cup RumChata  In a large heavy saucepan , over low heat , add milk and half and half , shave the chocolate bars and stir constantly until chocolate melts. I use a wire whisk.  Once heated thoroughly , slowly add the Kaluha and RumChata, whisking so it does not curdle. Serve with whipped cream, and shaved chocolate.  ( great for after dinner)
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Choco’s Cranberry Jam

Choco’s Cranberry Jam

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Chico’s Cranberry Jam Here's an actual recipe and family favorite 🥰 @Chocos_Revenge Cranberry Jam Ingredients 1 (12 ounce) package fresh cranberries 1/2 cup white sugar 1 cup apricot jam Just a sprinkle each of: Cinnamon, cloves, allspice Directions • Preheat an oven to 350 degrees • Combine cranberries with sugar and spices in a 2 quart baking dish with a lid, stirring well to coat all the berries. Bake in the preheated oven, covered, for about 30 minutes, until the cranberries pop and release their liquid • Remove from oven and stir in the apricot jam. Refrigerate overnight to blend the flavors.
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Beaver Clan Con Queso

Beaver Clan Con Queso

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Beaver Clan Con Queso This recipe I memorized from 38 years ago. Made every Holiday and for family gatherings.I never write it down, but for the Tribe I am. Queen of the Beaver Clan / @QueenOfTheBeav1 1 2lb. Box of Velveeta1 stick butter1 can Campbell's Chicken Gumbo Soup2 cups finely chopped celery 1 finely chopped medium sized onion16 oz frozen Hot Hatch green chile thawed and drained ( our particular preference)  or you can use canned chopped green chile, and use preference for mild or hot.Garlic salt to tasteTortilla chips ( get plenty they go fast)  Saute in butter, celery and onion. Over a lower medium heat and stir occasionally ( usually 15 minutes)Add the chicken gumbo soup ( do not dilute with water)Add green chile Block cube the Velveeta and turn…
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OZ Fest:  A Family Tradition

OZ Fest: A Family Tradition

OZ Fest Podcast
[shared_counts]On this edition of OZ Fest, DK / @dkdk459 from Oregon joins the podcast.  DK grew up on a family farm in Oregon, and tell us the amazing story of how his father came to this country Greece after WW II.  His father, faced the awful choice of living under Communist or Fascist rule, quickly embraced a new life in Oregon and farming.  DK relays the regulatory overreach which has destroyed farmers over the years, including insane water management policies.We also get a dose of the Mandela Effect, as Bing and Google yield different results on the background of Kate Brown, current governor of Oregon.A great episode and excellent tie in to our focus on federal land grab and over regulation.
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OZ Fest:  Land Grab Part 2

OZ Fest: Land Grab Part 2

OZ Fest Podcast
[shared_counts]In part 2 of our Land Grab discussion with Nancy Kemler and Lady Kelly, we turn our attention to the concept of 15 Minute Cities. In a 15 Minute City you will have everything at your disposal within a 15 minute walk of bike ride. And you guessed it, you will be fined if you exceed you quota for traveling outside your assigned region.
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Goose N Nudes…

Goose N Nudes…

Thanksgiving Traditions
Not the typical Turkey Day Feast. We lost a beloved Uncle a few years back due to complications of his service in Vietnam. His diet during his last few remaining years that he spent with us was strict and one of his favorites was my Goose and Nudes. It ended up being a favorite for even my super bratty nieces & nephews!  Orange Goose N Nudes :  2-4 Goose Breast  2 onions 1 glove of Garlic Olive Oil or butter Mushrooms salt N pepper  Chicken Stock 1 pkg of Brown gravy  Mushroom Soup Slop  Egg Nudes (noodles)  Instructions: Cube goose breast, throw in your olive oil into hot pan- gotta sear those suckers first! then add in your onion, garlic salt & pepper. let that shit simmer. Next- you're gonna…
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Elizabeth Murphy, AKA Aunt Betty

Elizabeth Murphy, AKA Aunt Betty

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Aunt Betty WE LOVE you TOO! This is an old Pennsylvania recipe that goes back in my family to Victorian times.  It replaces cranberry sauce. It is light and bright and cold and cleans the palate. I have always had it on my table for my entire life.  Aunt Betty / @eamurphy79 4 c fresh cranberries 2.5 c water 2c sugar 1/2 c fresh orange juice 1/4 c fresh lemon juice 1 rounded tap unflavored gelatin dissolved in 1/2 c cold water. Foley Food Mill Cook berries in water until all have popped.  Out thru food mill in batches.  Take your time. Scrape the bottom of the sieve, go the other direction etc.  It is important to extract all the pulp and juice, not the skins. Once done, add the…
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Grandmas Simple Salad Recipe

Grandmas Simple Salad Recipe

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Grandma’s Simple Salad Recipe My family is a traditional American unit. At our Thanksgiving gatherings we always served tukey and fresh venison meat as part of our menu. Nancy From Roundup / @nakemler As a side dish, Grandma Vivien made a simple  salad.  She took a head of iceberg lettuce tore it up in chunk size pieces these she would put into a large mixing bowl.  Grandma would then measure 1 cup of Mayonnaise and a 1/2 cup of whole fresh milk.  She would then whisk these two ingredients together.  Grandma then poured this mixture on top of lettuce,using two forks she would mix well.  Grandma would then slice a hard boiled egg using slices as a garnish on top of salad mix.  Paprika was always sprinkled on top for…
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Joker’s Bear Ribs

Joker’s Bear Ribs

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Joker’s Bear Ribs Joker “Bear Ribs”  ( Cabin in the woods recipe interpretation by Queen Beav) John Jackson / @pvtjokerus Ingredients:      One lost California Tourist looking for the” Yellow Stone” ranch.      Two Grande Starbuck Soy Lattes for lost tourist bait (or Pumpkin Spice if available)      One full picnic basket (Yogi method)       Duct tape or twine (to calm down tourist)      One bottle of Macallan 25-year-old reserve      One big ass gun      1 dead Bear      All the spices you own (use generously)      1 gallon tabasco sauceDirections:Ingredients 1-3, not necessary but adds Yellow Stone experience. (Self-explanatory and utilization of imagination. Personal preference.)Ingredient 4, optional but could be useful.Ingredient 5 self-explanatory as well. Generous pours do not…
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