Night Off

Life as a rancher and a mom can be busy, so Elizabeth invites close friends and fellow moms to the ranch for a well-deserved night off. She prepares rib eye steaks and serves a walnut cake with burnt butter cream frosting for dessert.

Cold Day on the Ranch

A cold, rainy day on the ranch inspires Elizabeth to make comfort foods that warm the stomach and the soul. She prepares roasted tomato soup for lunch and bakes her great-grandmother's chocolate cake recipe for a fireside dessert for the family to enjoy.

Three Generations

Elizabeth spends the day working cattle with her father at the historic Red Corrals. Later, she and her family host her parents for dinner and prepare some of their favorites, including arroz con pollo and lemon meringue pie.

Apple Season

Elizabeth celebrates the fall season by hosting her annual apple cider press party where friends and family gather to make fresh apple cider and enjoy a meal. Elizabeth serves up ranch meatloaf and apple empanadas with bourbon whipped cream.

Cooking for the Crew

It's tradition to feed workers when they tackle big projects on the ranch. With a crew coming to build a new fence, Elizabeth prepares pistachio cinnamon rolls and a chicken pot pie to show her appreciation for their hard work.

Dinner for One

Elizabeth loves to cook for family and friends, but sometimes she enjoys cooking for herself. With her boys out for the day, Elizabeth treats herself to her favorite homemade sweet potato ravioli and molasses lace cookies with white chocolate filling.

A Ranch Holiday

It's holiday season on the ranch, and Elizabeth Poett is making favorites and sweet treats for friends and family. She prepares a Sausage, Gruyere and Mushroom Strata. Then, she makes Thumbprint Cookies and Chocolate Truffles as gifts for neighbors.

Surf and Turf

When Elizabeth Poett wants to cook with seafood, she heads to the Santa Barbara Harbor. This time, she picks up shrimp to serve with grilled steaks for a special birthday dinner. For dessert, Elizabeth makes a peach buckle with caramel sauce.

Farm Fresh

Using fresh produce from a neighbors' farm, Elizabeth Poett makes dinner for her family. She prepares Chile Rellenos with poblano peppers and fresh corn, then bakes a four-layer Carrot Cake with Maple Cream Cheese Frosting.

Finger Foods

Whenever Elizabeth Poett's cousin comes to the ranch, it's a casual fun time centered around food. Elizabeth makes Honey-Glazed Wings, Artichoke Dip and Potato Fritters for the occasion.

Picnic on the Ranch

Every summer on the ranch, Elizabeth and Austin have their boys tackle a big project. This time, they're starting to paint the corrals, and Elizabeth prepares a picnic with favorite foods: Blueberry Pie, Pesto Caprese Sandwiches and Elderberry Spritzer.

Lavender Harvest

It's lavender season on the ranch. Every year at this time, Elizabeth's friends and family help harvest the lavender field behind her parents' house. As a thank you, Elizabeth makes Chicken Piri Piri and Lemon Cake with Lemon Curd Buttercream Frosting.

Good Neighbors

Ranch life depends upon the help of neighbors every day, and Elizabeth often makes food to thank those who lend a hand. Today, she prepares a seasonal Corn Lasagna and Cherry Almond Scones to repay the kindness of her fellow ranchers.

Ranch Reunion

Rancho San Julian has been in Elizabeth's family for generations. This week, her cousins are visiting the ranch to catch up and lend a hand. Afterward, Elizabeth cooks dinner for everyone featuring Chicken Marsala and Molten Chocolate Cake.

Twin Celebration

Elizabeth knows what it's like to be a new mom, and today, she wants to celebrate a close friend who recently had twins. To give her a chance to relax, Elizabeth prepares a Roasted Cherry Tomato Tart and Chocolate Chip cookies for brunch on the ranch.

Dinner on the Rosa

Ever since she was young, Elizabeth's favorite place on the ranch has been a scenic hilltop overlook known as "The Rosa." Tonight, she and Austin plan to cut out early from their daily work to enjoy a casual dinner at the special spot during sunset.

Creme Brûlée Day

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 creme brûlée.

After the Rain

After a historic amount of rain, Elizabeth Poett and a crew of friends and family have tons of projects they need to do to get the ranch back in shape. To say thank you for the help, Elizabeth cooks the crew French dip sandwiches and magic layer bars.

Brunch With the Boys

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.

Lunch With Mom

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. Today, Elizabeth is making some of her mom’s Italian favorites: chicken parm and cannolis.

Pizza Night

Sometimes the best meals are simple ones enjoyed at home with family. Today it's a cozy weeknight on the ranch and Elizabeth is making pear and gorgonzola pizza, as well as a rustic garbanzo bean soup with chili oil for the boys.

Seafood Paella

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

Carnitas and Brownies

It’s one of the busiest times of the year on the ranch. Elizabeth and 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.

Whoopie!

Austin and Elizabeth are hosting a graduation party for Austin’s cousin and friends. For the party, Elizabeth makes butterflied barbecued chicken with a peach barbeque sauce and mocha whoopie pies with peanut butter filling.

Ranch Camp Out

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

Steak & Cheesecake

The 14,000 acre Rancho San Julian in Santa Barbara, CA is steeped in history. At the center of it is the headquarters building known as the Casa. Elizabeth cooks in its kitchen, making rolled flank steak and a cheesecake to enjoy at a dinner with friends.