Ranch to Table

Elizabeth and her friend Katie have known each other all their lives; normally, they catch up while getting work done on the ranch, but today Elizabeth is bringing dinner to enjoy together; for the occasion, she makes gnocchi and crème brûlée.

Elizabeth cooks for the crew that's helping out during a rainy winter.

While Austin is away at a bull sale, Elizabeth and the boys enjoy a slow morning. On days like these, Elizabeth loves making a special breakfast for them. Today she's making some of their favorites: ableskivers and a rustic baked egg dish with salsa.

As a seventh generation cattle rancher, Elizabeth comes from a close-knit family; whenever they can, Elizabeth and her mom get together to enjoy a casual lunch; Elizabeth is making some of her mom's Italian favorites: chicken parm and cannolis.

Elizabeth makes pear and gorgonzola pizza as well as a rustic garbanzo bean soup with chili oil.

As Elizabeth's family is originally from Spain, she has long felt connection to Spanish culture & food; one of her best friends is visiting the ranch, and to celebrate, Elizabeth cooks a Spanish-inspired dinner with paella and churros.

It's one of the busiest time of the year on the ranch; Elizabeth & Austin are headed out with a crew to gather cattle; as a thank you to everyone who helps out, Elizabeth makes carnitas with homemade tortillas and fudgy caramel brownies.

Austin & Elizabeth are hosting a graduation party for Austin's cousins & friends; Elizabeth makes butterflied barbecued chicken with a peach barbecue sauce and mocha whoopie pies with peanut butter filling.

Elizabeth & her family love to camp at their favorite ranch spots; Jack & Hanna have friends over, and Elizabeth is cooking their favorites; she makes the most of honey & strawberries, serving up burgers on honey buns & strawberry cake.

The 14,000 acre Rancho San Julian in Santa Barbara is steeped in history. At the center of the headquarters building know as the Casa. Elizabeth cooks in its kitchen, making rolled flank steak and a cheesecake.