El Gomeno Ranch

Easter morning looked a little different.

I had spent the morning making homemade noodles for chicken and noodles, using these beautiful eggs gifted by my girls. Somewhere between the flour, the eggs, and the memories, I cried a little.

All the firsts can feel a little overwhelming.
My first Easter without my mom.
My first Easter as a grandma.

Making chicken and noodles like Grandma used to felt like a hug from heaven. A little love, a little grief, and a whole lot of gratitude wrapped up in one simple meal.

Happy Easter (a few days late) from our farm to yours. 🤍

The new welcome sign at the entrance- he said he needs more saw blades

How to Read Olive Oil Labels (Without Overthinking It)
I can’t say I’ve cut all the bad things out of my life… but I do try to be mindful about what I bring in.
One thing I’ve started paying more attention to?
👉 Olive oil.
It can get confusing at the store, so here’s a simple way I look at labels:
🫒 1. Look for “Extra Virgin”
This is the least processed and best quality.
👉 It should be 100% olive oil *** nothing added***
2. Check Where It Comes From
You might see:
Single country (like Spain or Italy)
Or a blend of countries
👉 Neither is “bad” — I just like knowing what I’m getting
🏷️ 3. Read the Fine Print
Words matter:
“Extra Virgin” = good
“Light” or just “Olive Oil” = more processed
“Blend” = mixed with other oils sometimes
🕰️ 4. Look for Freshness
If you can find a harvest date, that’s even better 👏
If not, check the best by date and grab the newest one
🍾 5. Bottle Matters
I always grab:
✔️ Dark glass bottles
❌ Not clear plastic sitting in bright light

This one I grabbed is a great everyday cooking oil ... simple, just olives, no blends or extras.
Is it the fanciest one out there? No.
But it’s a solid choice for daily use, and that’s what works for me.
🌿 Bottom Line
I’m not trying to do everything perfectly —
just making better choices where I can.
And those small choices add up 🤍

We’ve been slowly adding fresh-milled flour into our cooking, and I’ll be honest there’s been a learning curve.

Starting with 100% fresh-milled flour had a much stronger, earthier flavor and a texture you won’t find on a store shelf. We also had to learn how moisture and rise work a little differently.

Some recipes feel more filling (pancakes especially!), so we’ve been experimenting, blending flours, sifting in different ways, and adjusting one recipe at a time instead of changing everything at once.

It’s reminded me that small, realistic changes, made gradually are often the ones that actually stick and support a balanced, healthy life. 🌾🤍

🌾 New Year’s Eve on the ranch 🌾

We don’t have a big, flashy ranch — truthfully, we’re more of a small hobby farm. But this land, these animals, and the daily work keep us grounded, grateful, and humble.

As the year comes to a close, we’re thankful for the quiet moments, the lessons learned, and the simple life we get to live here. It may not look like much to some, but to us, it’s everything.

Wishing everyone a peaceful and safe New Year’s Eve 🤍
— El Gomeno Ranch

🎄✨ Merry Christmas from the El Gomeno Ranch family ✨🎄

From our pastures to your homes, we’re sending heartfelt wishes for a Christmas filled with peace, warmth, and gratitude. We’re thankful for another year of hard work, muddy boots, gentle animals, and the community that supports small farms like ours.

May your days be merry, your hearts be full, and the new year bring health, hope, and good things growing.

With love,
🤍 The El Gomeno Ranch Family 🤍

🐾 5 Irish Wolfhound Puppies Still Looking for Their Forever Homes! 🐾

We have just 5 fur babies left:

🐶 2 Wheaten Males

🐶 1 Brindle Male

🐶 1 Red Wheaten Female

🐶 1 Brindle Female

We’re offering them at a huge discount (pet homes only, no breeding rights) because our top priority is finding them loving families to grow up with.

✨ Both parents are on-site — happy, healthy, and full of that gentle Irish Wolfhound charm.
✨ Puppies have been bile tested, received their 1st and 2nd vaccinations, and have been dewormed twice.

Don’t miss your chance to bring home one of these giant snuggle muffins! Let them find their spot on your bed before summer ends and you’re left **freezing this winter without a built-in bed warmer! ❄️🐕

Message us for more info or to come meet them! 💬❤️

Is it even goulash if it doesn't accidentally feed a small army? 😂
I made a big ol’ pot of this Midwest classic—because my heart said “comfort food” but my brain forgot it always makes enough for 17 people.

Who else grew up on this stuff? Elbow noodles, ground beef, tomatoes, maybe a little cheese if you’re fancy… it’s not just a meal, it’s a memory.

So… who loves goulash?
And more importantly… who wants some? 🥄💛