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Shaped something like a meat cleaver poised above Texas, the Sooner State was homesteaded in a novel way. In 1889, a land rush opened up Oklahoma Country (the so-called Unassigned Lands) to homesteading. Not everyone played by the rules. Some snuck across the starting line before the signal was given. These cheaters came to be called “Sooners.” After Oklahoma became a state in 1907, this pejorative became a term of waggish self-regard for unabashed Oklahomans. The name Oklahoma is a combination of two Choctaw words “okla,” which means “people,” and homma, which means “red.” In the Choctaw language, Oklahoma Territory meant “Indian Territory.” Oklahoma is the only state in the Union that has an official state meal. It’s quite a spread, a comprehensive tour of southern specialties, consisting of barbecue pork, biscuits with sausage and gravy, chicken fried steak, cornbread, black-eyed peas, grits, corn, fried okra, squash, strawberries, and pecan pie.
 

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Mom's Cucumber Salad

Reviewed on Aug. 27, 2008 by ILove2Ck
This was fabulous! I loved the sweet creamy dressing and the cucumber and dill flavors all went so well together. I didn't use any onion, but I can see how it might be a good addition (at least the powder). However, this was fantastic just as it is. I used light mayonnaise. Mmmmm Mmmmm Mmmmm, I loved this salad! Thanks so much for a keeper!
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Tangy Cucumber and Avocado Salad

Reviewed on Aug. 28, 2008 by ILove2Ck
This had a nice mexican flavor to it that I enjoyed. It really accented the sweetness of the avocados, but for me the cucumber just didn't work with the avocado and cilantro. This was tangy and I liked that too. This was very fresh tasting. Overall, it's just not my cup of tea as they say. Thanks anyway!
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Grilled Pork Tenderloin

Reviewed on Aug. 27, 2008 by ILove2Ck
Delicious piece of grilled pork! My husband used Sweet Baby Rays bbq sauce. This really turned out great and I will keep this one for future use. Super easy. Thanks!
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