Ok, so now that I have your attention. Look what The Big Guy got me last week. Our blender belonged to my Grandmother and can be difficult to use. Think it might be from the late 60's or early 70's, guess it is just old and cantankerous. I've didn't food processor. I have a mini … Continue reading Attack of the Ninja
Pancho’s Sopaipillas
Yes, I know this recipe is really from Pancho’s Mexican Buffet, TX. Before I get laughed out of blogdom for owning much less posting a recipe from Pancho's let me explain. First, I had a reader request for more of the restaurant recipes my mom collected from the Ft. Worth Star-Telegram. Second Sopaipillas is one … Continue reading Pancho’s Sopaipillas
Quiche Lorraine
Wow, this is the week for recipes and reader requests. I had a request for my Quiche recipe. So it isn't acutely my recipe. It is from The Hedges. The Hedges was a resturant located in the Neiman-Marcus in Ft. Worth, TX. Quiche Lorraine was one of their signature recipes. As for the authenticity of the … Continue reading Quiche Lorraine
Mango Lemonade
Had a request for my mango lemonade recipe. Ingredients: 2 cups water 1 1/4 cups of sugar (add more sugar if you like it sweeter.) juice from 3-4 lemons 1 mango - pureed Lemon Slices Mint leaves -- optional Water Bring 2 cups water and sugar to a boil. Boil until sugar dissolves. Pour into … Continue reading Mango Lemonade
Dr Pepper BBQ Sauce
Had a request for my BBQ Sauce recipe. Please note that measurements are relative. This is BBQ Sauce not rocket science I don't measure. Also, you may notice this is a tomato based sauce that is missing both mustard and vinegar. Why? Because mustard is for hot dogs and vinegar is for pickling not BBQ. … Continue reading Dr Pepper BBQ Sauce
Company Potatoes
A friend requested my mom's potato recipe. Actually, it came from a church cookbook. I've included the original at the top followed by my allergy friendly version. ORIGINAL COMPANY POTATOES 9 Medium potatoes, boiled in jackets, cooled and grated 3/4 cup butter 1/3 cup onion diced 1 can cream of chicken soup 1 pt sour … Continue reading Company Potatoes
Taco Seasoning
Had a request for the taco seasoning I mentioned in my guacamole recipe. This is a staple in our house. I keep a jar of this in the cabinet. Note: All measurements are relative. paprika cumin black pepper chili powder cayenne and/or chipolte oregano Paprika is the base for the mix. I start with 4 … Continue reading Taco Seasoning
