If you like black-eyed peas, you will probably love purple hull peas! A southern grown delight, they are actually classified as a bean, are high in protein and fiber, and are raised here in Texas. I found fresh frozen purple hull grown from Sides Pea Farm in Canton, Texas at Central Market. A spoonful of …
A few months ago, I took out on a hike with some friends to Lost Maples State park. My friend Susan provided the lunch, which consisted of egg salad sandwiches crafted from her neighbor’s fresh laid eggs. I had forgotten how much I loved egg salad! Last week, my friend Katelyn invited me into her …
Strawberries – just the very mention of this delectable, soft, red berry conjures up sweet thoughts. Good News: April is the peak season for this Texas delight. Poteet is the strawberry capital of Texas, and with over 20 growers in the area, you have the option to pick your own or snag a flat directly …
I’ve always wanted to cover this food genre. So what did I need? Well, first a Farm. Second, a friend who appreciates ingredients and wants to have some fun. Cue Megen Litzenberger. Come along as we travel to Cielito Lindo Farm in Johnson City and connect back in my kitchen to make Megen’s delicious Sopes. …
And here it is! The finale to the Irish Pub meal consisting of the yummy Guinness Reduction Pork Tenderloin and Colconnan potatoes: Apple and Mixed Berry Crumble with Custard Sauce. It’s a mouthful to say and a mouthful of flavor! I love to incorporate fruit into deserts – its a great way to get more …
If you’re looking for a single side dish to add to that Guinness Reduction Pork Roast recipe from last week – here’s your answer: Colconnan Potatoes. Potatoes are an Irish specialty and incorporating cabbage into them, creates a tastefully beautiful dish. Of course, a little bacon and a little butter certainly augment the flavor, …
St. Patrick’s Day is a feast with deep cultural and religious roots. Like many other holidays, secular culture has taken it for a ride. Green beer and green beads does not an Irish make. But who doesn’t want an excuse to cook, pour a Guinness, and transport to those verdant fields atop rocky cliffs. Sláinte! …
When I was in High School Band, my director always said, “your audience at a concert will best remember the first song and the last song, so make it your best”! This tastefully decadent desert – smooth, cool, and a delight to consume will do just that! It’s the finale to end all finales. You …
Many times, the simple things in life are the best things in life. I think this is particularly true with children. Celebrating Valentines as a family when you have young children around creates a beautiful memory. Why not make it special by designing a meal in the form of a charcuterie board? Include all …
My niece, Emily Williams, and I started Texicureans because of our mutual love of the foods and cultures that make Texas like no other. During the last three years we have joined friends in many Texas home kitchens and ventured to their culinary cultural destination counter parts. We learned how to make Spanish Soup and …
