Named for the Spanish word for "smoke," this mezcal-based cocktail has a refreshing twist of blue curaçao paired with lime juice and finished off with a lemon-lime salt-rimmed glass and a slice of mango.
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Don Strange Salted Caramel Pumpkin Pie Bars
Leave it to Don Strange of Texas to find a way to make pie even better….pie bars! Try this Salted Caramel Pumpkin Pie Bar with plenty of whipped cream, served on a shortbread cookie crust. A fun way to serve dessert at any event! Cut like a brownie, the pie bars are portable, tasty slices […]
Sangrita La Lucinda
Red, White, and Blueberry Ice Cream Pie
A gluten-free red, white, and blueberry pie complete with a granola crust! Perfect for the 4th of July!
Nicha’s Chiliquiles
Unexpected but oh so fabulous Preparation: Place the skillet over medium heat and sauté the onions in the butter a little before caramelized. Add the chalupa shell, jalapenos and tomatoes and continue to fry for about 2 minutes. Next, add the scrambled eggs and mix well until cooked. Place on your favorite plate and top […]
Chocolate Raspberry Chia Seed Pudding
Thanks to our friends at Central Market for sharing the recipe for this perfect summer snack!
Mango Mojito
This is by far one of the best mojitos you will EVER have. This marvelous concoction comes from The Spot in Galveston, TX.
Pickled Dill Carrots
By Sheena Moore of Sheena's Pickles in Austin, TX. All pickles are homemade, vinegar-based, and take 4 weeks before they are ready for consumption. Brine yields about 5-6 pints.
Pickled Peaches
By Caitlin Harris of Shepard’s Flock Canning Company! Yield is 6 pints.
Creamy Tortellini e Fagioli
This hearty stew is a spin on a classic Italian pasta e fagioli, or “pasta and beans.” Here we swap cheese tortellini in for the pasta and then bulk it up with wilted kale and fennel-y crumbled sausage. The aromatic tomato broth is enhanced with a little cream right before serving, for a soup that will warm you on any chilly night.
Bumdoodlers’ Chocolate Peanut Butter Pie
Cheesy Waffle Strata with Maple–Black Pepper Bacon
This savory breakfast casserole is an excellent make-ahead dish for your next brunch.
Baked Spicy Corn and Chicken Dip
We’re big fans of elote here in Texas and this creamy dip hits all the same notes. Sweet late-summer corn mingles with spicy serrano peppers, gooey cheese, fresh lime, cilantro and chicken in this loaded baked dip.
Whipped Feta Dip with Burst Cherry Tomatoes
Who doesn’t love the salty, sharp bite of feta? In this recipe, we transform the crumbly cheese into an airy, decadent dip with the help of a food processor and minimal ingredients. The result is a versatile spread that’s delicious all on it’s own, or gussied up with fresh herbs and gently cooked fruits or vegetables.
Peanut Noodles with Shaved Cucumber and Steak
Creamy and crunchy, these chilled peanut noodles are one of our go-to weeknight meals!