If you want a great lunch or brunch with your friends, Spinach Bacon Quiche is an easy cheesy special treat. We paired it with a spinach almond strawberry salad, and it was a memorable meal! PrintSpinach Bacon Quiche Ingredients1 (9″) piecrust 6 large eggs 1 1/2 cups heavy cream 1-2 TBSP Dijon mustard Salt Black…
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Chili Con Queso
It never occurred to me to share our recipe for Chili Con Queso. I thought it wasn’t really special, but others seem to think it is. In Texas, it’s the king of cheese dips! Recently, I’ve started making it at the lodge for an afternoon snack. It really is delicious, and perfect for any get…
Corn Salad
For a great addition to your homemade Tex-Mex meals, Corn Salad is the perfect side. It combines the freshness of veggies with the irresistible crunch of Frito corn chips. PrintCorn Salad Ingredients2 cups fresh or frozen (defrosted) super sweet corn kernels* 1 cup diced orange and/or green bell pepper 1/2 medium purple onion, diced 1…
Roasted Summer Squash
When summer squash get a bit to large to be considered “tender,” I usually make zucchini bread. This year I tried something different. So, I peeled and seeded them, tossed them with oil and spices, and caramelized them in a hot oven. And now, all overgrown squash is welcome in our house. This recipe is…
Smoked Pork Poppers
Jalapeños are such a staple in Texas that I’m always trying different recipes. So for this scrumptious recipe, I combined smoked pork butt and pimento cheese. Then stuff the pork and cheese mixture in a jalapeño, wrap it in bacon, and you have a stellar appetizer, Smoked Pork Poppers. Good pimento cheese is perfect for…