Thought for the week: You do not grow old, you become old by not growing. –excerpt from The Art of Living On Friday I was fortunate enough to be at Dot’s when her friend, Mary Maddox came over to show Dot the quilt she made that took first place at the Heart of Texas Fair…
Tag: cooking
Spanish Rice
Good Spanish rice is usually hard to come by, particularly in restaurants. So, make your own! I really should have published this recipe with the bean recipe, but it didn’t happen, obviously. If you didn’t see the bean recipe, click here. PrintSpanish Rice Ingredients3 TBSP extra virgin olive oil 1 small white onion, chopped 4…
Beef Stew (Stovetop or Slow Cooker)
The beef shoulder roast on sale this week at HEB would be great for this recipe. PrintBeef Stew (Stovetop or Slow Cooker) Ingredients1 TBSP olive oil 1/4 lb bacon , diced 1 small onion, chopped 2 lbs beef (like chuck) cut into 1” cubes Salt and pepper 1/3 cup all purpose flour 2 cups…
Beans (Slow Cooker)
PrintBeans (Slow Cooker) Prep Time: 25 minutes Yield: Serves 6-8 The flavor of these beans is so good with beef. You just won’t get the best flavor using ham, bacon, or pork, although adding cooked bacon pieces couldn’t hurt!IngredientsBeans 2 cups pinto or maya coba beans, soaked overnight, drained and rinsed well 1/2 lb beef,…
Best Banana Bread Ever
Banana bread is one of our favorite things. However, years of trying different recipes, never gave consistent results. I got this recipe from my cousin, and it always turns out perfectly moist and delicious, the Best Banana Bread Ever. PrintBest Banana Bread Ever Ingredients1 1/2 cups sugar 1/2 cup butter, softened 2 eggs, room temperature…