For a recipe to work, the ingredients must complement each other and stick to a formula. Afterall, there are rules for how to make the dough rise and how to get a smooth sauce. But you and I both know the best recipes do not stick to the formula. The best recipes exude creativity and …
Texas pecans are supremely the very best! Add dark chocolate, and you have a healthy, satisfying treat. I like to buy at least 60% dark chocolate chips for that rich strong element. Buying your pecans at the grocery store is ok, but if you can purchase from a local orchard, that would be primo. …
This is where the creaminess of pumpkin filling meets the crunchy sweetness of pecans in one dreamy slice. I actually tell you how to prepare a fresh sugar pumpkin – those small couple-pound pumpkins sold specifically for this purpose. The freshness of roasted pumpkin pulp can’t be beat. You can even roast it a day …
Thanksgiving is a time for tradition. We all have our fave dishes! What if you could take one of the expected dishes and turn it into an unexpected burst of flavor? That’s exactly what Roasted Sweet potatoes and Cranberries accomplishes. Once roasted, the cranberries release their juices in little pockets of flavor AND the colors …
My friend M’Lissa Steel has deep roots to Fayette County. Her Great-Grandfather, William Loessin was Sheriff of Fayette County from 1925-1946. Even before that, her Great Great Great Uncle, August Loessin, was the Sheriff. My own Dad spent some time at the historic courthouse as a Federal Social Security Claims Representative as well. Walking around …
Spaetzle – its a celebration of all things Octoberfest! Join me as we examine the many possibilities of this versatile German pasta. Think of it as your side dish instead of potatoes, pasta, or rice. It also can become a main by adding sliced sausage. My daughter-in-law adds sautéed mushrooms to excite her children’s palate. …
Few aromas in life match that of fresh bread cooking in the oven. And then to follow up, the crispness on the outside and tenderness on the inside of a loaf of freshly made sour dough bread is pure heaven. Sour dough starter can be found from a friend or even the internet. At first …
Mac ‘n Cheese – It’s classic; it’s comforting; kids as well as adults love it! By simply swapping out cauliflower for the pasta, you add nutrition as well as cut carbs. The cauliflower actually gives it a little crunch and it will still satisfy that melted cheesy craving. In true Texas fashion, I like to …
Germans immigrated to Texas as early settlers, cementing a strong cultural presence. That’s why October + fest are words that go together like coffee and cream around here. But before you gear up to Prost! and chicken dance your dirndls off at Wurstfest, let’s deepen your Oktoberfest bona fides. Texicureans is giving you festival history …
You may think of potato soup as a quintisential German dish, but did you know Asparagus soup (which typically includes potatoes) is also popular? Asparagus gradually made its way to Germany in the 1500’s. Currently the Deutsch are the 4th largest producer in the world. When you are in Germany during Asparagus season, which is …
