A 30’s-era take on an American Classic…mac & cheese from Backstreet Café in H-town! This recipe requires making a Béchamel Sauce.
Christmas
Awesome Apple Punch
Apple punch with a twist! Try this delicious recipe from Sparkling ICE. Made with apple brandy and white wine ;).
Arugula & Roasted Red Pepper Pesto
From Chuck Hernandez – owner of Arugula, Spice & Wine Catering Company (arugulacatering.com). This recipe is pictured served with Italian chicken rolls and sundried tomatoes.
Arcade Midtown Kitchen’s Old Fashioned Red Velvet Cake
Rich, creamy and thick — just the way I like it from Arcade in Pearl. Served chilled with a Bourbon Vanilla Anglaise. Tre delish!
America’s Pumpkin Spiced Tres Leches Cake
This is a holiday spiced version of the Latin American classic. A special thanks to Michael Cordua and Chef David Cordua of Cordua Restaurants in the Greater Houston area for this recipe.
7 Layer Petticoat Dip
Sensational 7-layer dip made healthy! Take a chip to this (or your favorite veggie) and it will be GONE in mere minutes….good thing is so easy to make! Enjoy!
‘Not Your Grandma’s’ Green Bean Casserole!
Make Grandpa proud with his version of this classic holiday side dish. This comes together with the “it” condiment of the moment…Better Than Good Bacon Jam! A favorite new ingredient of mine. Watch how it’s made HERE.
Morton’s Garlic Green Beans
Fresh and tasty! This garlic green beans recipe from Morton’s is the perfect side!
White Chocolate Limoncello Mousse
Many thanks to Chef Andrew ‘Drew’ Rogers at Drew’s Pastry Place in Houston for dishing on this decadent Limoncello Mousse with white chocolate! Drew’s is a family owned, authentic Italian bakery located in Northwest Houston.
Tamales de Cochinita Pibil
Executive Chef Alberto Gutierrez’s take on the classic Mexican dish, which hales from the coast of the Yucatan region of Mexico, Cochinita Pibil. Cochinita Pibil gets its robust flavor from the Achiote paste.
Z’Tejas Southwestern Breakfast Bake
This is a savory take on the classic sweet bread pudding from Z’Tejas. Great for feeding the fam or any guests first thing in the AM!
Robard’s Steakhouse Candied Bacon French Toast
What’s to say? Blue Cheese French Toast with candied bacon in a bourbon cherry sauce…oh my! Try this decadent dish as an appetizer or dessert. Many thanks to my friends at Robard’s Steakhouse at The Woodlands Resort & Conference Center for the recipe!
Houstonian Chocolate Éclairs
Delicious éclairs from the pastry kitchen at the fabulous Houstonian Hotel, Club & Spa. If you don’t want to try your hand at this recipe, you can always leave it to the professionals and pick some up as well! Enjoy!
The Ultimate Holiday Breakfast Sandwich
Here’s a hot ‘n hearty holiday breakfast sandwich from H-E-B Cooking Connection! Made with cranberry pork sausage, ham two kinds of cheese and a Cran Razz Sauce…
Citrus Spiced Croissant French Toast
Talk about a game changer on Christmas morning! Feast on this INCREDIBLE Croissant French Toast with a salted crème brûlée sauce, decorated with fresh raspberries and pecan pieces. It’s so easy!