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From the Chuckwagon


Cowpoke Cookies
Cowpokes, Cowboys or Cowgirls — who doesn’t love a satisfying sweet treat? Whether you’re working hard or hardly working, a little something special goes a long way. These cookies are crisp around the edges, soft and chewy in the middle, and packed with all the good stuff. And yes… chocolate chips are highly encouraged! Ingredients • 2 C all-purpose flour • ½ tsp baking powder • 1 tsp baking soda • 1 C butter or shortening • 1 C brown sugar • 1 C white sugar • 2 eggs • 1 tsp
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Aug 302 min read


Red Rum Cowboy Steak
Tired, dusty, and hungry after a long day on the ranch or the trail? This bold, smoky cowboy steak delivers big flavour with a spicy Red Rum Rub and a rich Rum Butter Sauce that will satisfy even the hungriest ranch hand. Ingredients Steaks 2 rib steaks (bone-in or boneless) ½ cup Red Rum Rub (recipe follows) Rum Butter Sauce (recipe follows) Instructions Prepare the Red Rum Rub. Generously coat both steaks with the rub, ensuring all sides are covered. Cover and refrigerate f
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Jul 272 min read


Cowboy Chicken Jalapeño Dip
After a long day in the saddle, nothing hits the spot like a hot, spicy dip around the campfire. Make it ahead of time, then warm it over the fire while you swap trail stories. Ingredients • 2 cooked chicken breasts, shredded or diced • 8 oz cream cheese, softened • ¼ cup mayonnaise • ¼ cup milk • ¼ cup red pepper, finely minced • 2 tbsp jalapeño peppers, minced (leave the seeds in for extra heat or remove them for a milder kick) • 1 tbsp lemon juice • ¾ tsp Tabasco sauce Ins
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Jun 291 min read


A&W Root Beer Pulled Pork
"A Hearty Meal for the Trail" This rich, smoky, melt-in-your-mouth pork shoulder is coated in a bold homemade BBQ dry rub and slow-cooked in flavourful root beer and spices. The result? Tender, fall-apart pulled pork packed with deep, mouthwatering flavour in every bite. Irresistibly delicious and incredibly satisfying, this make-ahead meal is perfect for feeding a crowd, freezing for later, or enjoying right away. Ingredients · 3–4 lb boneless pork shoulder · 2 onions, slice
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May 252 min read


GRANDMA BARNES’ BAKED BEANS
Best enjoyed with good company There’s something special about a recipe passed down through generations, and Grandma Barnes’ baked beans are exactly that. Warm, hearty, and full of rich, comforting flavour, they’ve been a staple on the trail for as long as we can remember. Slow-cooked to perfection, each bite carries a hint of sweetness, a touch of smokiness, and the unmistakable taste of home. Whether served around a campfire after a long day in the saddle (no Blazing Saddle
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Apr 272 min read
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