Today is the official first day of fall and it calls out to prepare a dish with fall colors. This dish was inspired by our neighbors who raised healthy basil plants this summer, and had dried the bounty in a dehydrator. They graciously shared a baggie with me and that was the inspiration for this …
Maybe its some long lost connection to my Italian roots (Pace – my maiden name is originally an Italian surname) but I adore Gorgonzola – actually crave it. So, this beet recipe that uses this yummy of all cheeses fulfills healthy and cheesy cravings. Beets are in my CSA right now. It’s one of those …
In Texas, the trees got lost……. Lost Pines, Lost Maples – where did they come from????? Near Lost Maples State Park is the quintessential Texas town of Utopia. Recently my husband, I and our friends the Hurleys played 9 holes at the Utopia golf course – made famous by the movie starring Robert Duval – …
It was a chance meeting that lead to love. HEB had an endcap display that caught my eye: “Voted Texas Best” Homemade Vanilla Wafers. So, into my cart they went – if they are voted Texas best, then they must be good, right? True confession – I opened the bag on my way home – …
Probably one of my most memorablehigh School teachers was Mr. Chris. Thiswas short for a much longer Greek name, but his preferred name as he said wewould probably never be able to pronounce his whole surname. Mr. Chris taught High School WorldHistory with all the nuances and secrets that made it real. His depth of …
This slice of heaven recipe comes from a childhood neighbor in Austin. Diana and Doyle were high school sweethearts from Wink, Texas. I loved hearing about their life in this far west Texas oil boom town. What I loved even better was her walking over with this heavenly pie! It’s true – you can be …
Banana peppers are prolific in my garden right now. One of my favorite ways to use them is stuffed as an appetizer or even a meal accompaniment. This recipe is easy and attractive. For a colorful rendition, purchase a bag of mini sweet peppers. True to my mantra that you can never have too much garlic, …
Patio and backyard showers in Texas provide the ambiance and necessary room to seat more guests. Decorating with a few simple items can transform an outdoor setting and create an atmosphere of fun and a special memory for the honoree and attendees. I love to find out what the bride/groom or mom/dad- to -be love …
Spicy Peach Jam Take a beautiful Texas Fredericksburg peach, add some sugar and a little heat in the form of hot peppers and voila: sweet and spicy combine into a full burst of flavor. The wonderful thing about this canned spicy confection is that it can be used a variety of creative ways. In its …
Rosemary Peach Preserves Rosemary is one of those perfect plants to have in your Texas landscape: Deer will typically leave it alone, it survives with less water than other plants, and it’s a ready herb for cooking. Try it infused in a white wine; sprinkle it on roasted potatoes or fish. Rosemary and Peaches are …
