by Joan Ruskamp | Mar 16, 2023
CommonGround volunteer Joan Ruskamp shares her recipe for Prime Rib. Prime Rib 1 12 oz. rib roastolive oilgarlic saltaccent – generous amountfavorite beef seasoning, we like Mike's Seasoningaus jus Take meat out of bag and wash it off with cold water. Rub...
by Joan Ruskamp | Feb 26, 2022
March is one of my favorite months. First, March reminds us spring is just around the corner. Second, I get to celebrate another birthday! With a birthday at the end of the month, I have enjoyed many celebrations with spring-like weather, but I have had...
by Joan Ruskamp | Feb 16, 2022
CommonGround volunteer Joan Ruskamp shares her recipe for Irish Stew with Pure Nebraska viewers. Irish Beef Stew 2 pounds beef chuck roast (cut into 1-inch cubes)2 teaspoons vegetable oil1 cup onion (diced)8 ounces button mushrooms (sliced)2 teaspoons minced...
by Joan Ruskamp | Dec 29, 2021
Happy New Year! A new year can often bring hope for changes in our health, finances and relationships. I don’t know how many times in my life I’ve made New Year’s resolutions to exercise more and eat healthier foods. When I think about eating...
by Joan Ruskamp | Nov 3, 2021
CommonGround volunteer Joan Ruskamp and her niece Maria share a recipe for Sheet Pan Nachos with Pure Nebraska viewers. Recipe is from www.thekitchn.com. Sheet Pan Nachos For the ground beef cheese sauce:1 tablespoon olive oil1 pound lean ground beef1/2 teaspoon...
by Joan Ruskamp | Jul 28, 2021
Ruskamp family recipe Roast beef and mashed potatoes are a generational favorite extending from my childhood to my grandchildren. This recipe originated at the Iowa State Fair. It can be used with leftovers, or you can buy prepared roast beef with gravy and use...