I was looking for ways to try out my new Ninja. We were having fajita's for lunch. Ingredients: 3-4 tomatoes depending on size and amount desired 1/4-1/2 small onion 1-2 jalapenos -- seeded juice from 1/2 lime Cumin -- start with a teaspoon (eating kind not measuring) fill most of the bowl. Add more to … Continue reading Salsa Fresco
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
The Dee Zone 