Drapes Are Beautiful Inside And Out
Drapes are beautiful inside and out. During our uncertain times, families are focused on building spaces that bring comfort and improve everyday quality of life. Before the coronavirus pandemic, everyone wanted patio spaces that would work for entertaining. Our needs...
Happy National Pasta Day!
Happy National Pasta Day! Surprisingly, homemade pasta is easy to make. Four Simple Ingredients: Flour Eggs Olive oil Salt Equipment: Silicone baking mat Rolling pin Happy National Pasta Day! Pasta A delicious pasta, takes about 30 minutes to make it and some time...
It Is Patio Season
It is patio season! Cooler weather is on the way. We are enjoying football games on TV. I am cooking more comfort foods and we are dining on our patio. So . . . now is the perfect time for a patio makeover! Five tips for a patio makeover on a limited budget: Select a...
The Real Heart Of Cajun Gumbo
The real heart of Cajun gumbo is the roux! Gumbo, a hearty dish that's part stew and part soup, is the official state cuisine of Louisiana! In south Louisiana, where seafood is plentiful, seafood gumbos are popular. In north Louisiana, where I grew up, chicken and...
What Do You Call A Cake Without Butter?
What do you call a cake without butter? An Angel Food Cake Happy National Angel Food Cake Day! My Texas Kitchen's tips for making the perfect Angel Food Cake. This Coffee Angel Food Cake is a State Fair of Texas Blue ribbon winner. Bake one today in honor of Big...
Chili Is The Official State Dish Of Texas
Chili is the official state dish of Texas. The change of season, autumn is a time for a bowl of chili. It's the perfect dish to accompany falling leaves, football, family, and friends! Chili with Toppings Chili is a great dish for football game watching with friends...
Nothing Says Home Like The Smell Of Baking
Nothing says home like the smell of baking . . . especially biscuits! A true southern staple for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Ever since I can remember I have been baking biscuits. Always searching for just the right recipe, ingredients and mixing techniques to...
Oh My Pies!
Oh My Pies! There is something about fall, the change in season and the opening of the State Fair of Texas. It reminds me of growing up in Louisiana and cooking. I especially enjoyed making the famous Natchitoches meat pies. They were one of my favorite things to...
A Staple Of American Cuisine – Macaroni And Cheese
A staple of American cuisine - Macaroni and Cheese is one of our favorite home-cooked meals! Thomas Jefferson discovered the dish while traveling abroad. Upon returning to Monticello, he planned to serve it for an important state dinner. He imported pasta, parmesan...
Rise To The Occasion
Rise to the occasion . . . knead, roll, rise, and bake some hot dinner rolls! My grandmother, Birdie was famous for her homemade dinner rolls. She served them at her cafe in Oregon. Last summer, I was visiting with one of my cousins in Austin. She was raving over...
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