Potato salad is adored throughout the South, but no two recipes are exactly the same. In Central Texas, picnickers enjoy their spuds with onion, dill, and mayonnaise or German-style with a vinegar or mustard base alongside traditional Deutschland fare.
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Bourbon-Glazed Barbecued Salmon
Executive Chef Gabe Cabrera house favorite at Salty’s at Redondo — these are salmon fillets in a tasty, tangy sauce with a little heat! Serve with steamy mashed potatoes along with crunchy asparagus!
Ceviche Veracruzano
A signature plate from Chef Miguel Ravago at the famed Fonda San Miguel in Austin! Made with black drum (or redfish), pickled jalapeños, avocado and lime. Grab your favorite tortilla chips and indulge!
Strawberry Quinoa Salad Wraps
Colorful produce is slowly making its way out to the Hill Country and the Lone Star Farmers Market! Things like artichokes, spinach, spring onions, and strawberries. Strawberries are great on their own, but why not try them in these wraps for a quick and easy summertime meal. Plated with a Maple Tahini Dressing.
Pickled Cherry Tomatoes
I LOVE these incredible tomatoes! The longer they sit, the better they get! At least one night in the fridge before you eat them is best, although they’re good right away too. I learned how to make these when I took a Bistro Boot Camp at the CIA local campus.
Chicken, Andouille and Shrimp Jambalaya
Whip up this tasty recipe for Jambalaya using Louisiana shrimp, andouille sausage and chicken. Let’s be honest—it’s straight comfort food!
Rebelle’s Chargrilled Spanish Octopus
A seasonal offering from Executive Chef Stefan Bowers of Rebelle inside The St. Anthony Hotel in downtown San Antonio. Plated with Braised Corona Beans in a Basil Pistou.
Butternut Squash Bisque
Creamy Butternut Squash Bisque from Chef Vikramjit Katoch of the Hilton Dallas/Plano Granite Park. A keeper come Thanksgiving!
Casserole Queens Green Chile Chicken & Rice Bake
This tasty casserole is gluten free and part of the Casserole Queens’ HUNGRY series. Thanks to these lovely gals for the recipe – perfect for tailgates, get-togethers and large family gatherings.
Big Ben Lentil Burger
Here’s a great way to cut out meat this summer! Try making this flavor-packed lentil burger that won’t have you missing meat in the slightest.