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Hearty Country White Bread made in a Bread Machine

January 21, 2014 By Mike

Country White Bread

Country White Bread Recipe A Hearty Country White Bread is the perfect go to loaf for making in a bread machine. The oatmeal, honey, and sunflower seeds give it a bit of a nutty flavor and sweetness that goes well with almost any meal. You’ll find it hard not to eat the whole loaf with […]

Lechon Asada- My take on Cuban Smoked Pork Butt

June 4, 2013 By Mike

Lechon Asada Cuban Smoked Pork Butt

Please Consider “Liking” The Backyard Pioneer on Facebook to keep up with all our happenings. . .   Lechon Asada sounds a heck of a lot sexier than smoked pork butt, the name rolls of the tongue and you can’t help but think of sunny tropical islands and flavorful foods. I love Southern BBQ but […]

Guinness Lamb Stew

April 3, 2013 By Mike

  With this darn cold hanging around this early Spring, I was in the mood to take a swing at some good Homestyle Cooking and Guiness Lamb Stew fit the bill perfectly! I found a great recipe and a new must read blog Once Upon a Chef, their recipe for Guinness Lamb Stew was excellent! […]

Quick and Easy Black Beans

April 2, 2013 By Mike

Black Beans are such a staple of food storage that I’m always searching for a quick and easy way to cook them. 1 Tbs Oil or Fat (I use Bacon Fat) 2 Tbs Sofrito 1/2 tsp Adobe 1/2 tsp Garlic Powder 15oz Can of Black Beans In a medium sauce heat the oil or fat […]

Smoked Brisket

March 4, 2013 By Mike

  Smoked Brisket is the practically the national dish of Texas, and it was time for me to step up to the plate and take a swing at it. I love smoking pork butts and I’ve developed a pretty good rub (if I do say so myself). The deep marbling that you find in a […]

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About Mike

The Backyard Pioneer
I'm a 43 year old husband, father, life long outdoorsman, and have 20+ years experience in infrastructure construction. I strive to bring you the best EDC Knife and Gear Reviews, Small Scale Homesteading, Common Sense Preparedness, and Dutch Oven Recipes.

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