Dr Pepper sheet cake
No one can resist a slice of Dr Pepper sheet cake, a tender chocolate cake coated in a fudgy frosting loaded with pecans.
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Firecracker fried chicken
For warm-weather gatherings, some like to grill burgers, while others smoke briskets. But for as long as I can remember, my mom’s side…
Hill Country baked beans
There’s a dish known as Austin baked beans. It’s a riff on Boston baked beans with a Texas twist, hence the use of…
Creamy cucumber salad
One weekend, friends were getting together for a backyard barbecue. The hosts were providing the main course and they asked their guests to…
Squash blossom quesadillas
I was on the hunt for a cowboy hat in San Miguel de Allende’s outdoor market. As my friends and I weaved our…
Brisket esquites
Some friends of mine have been teaching me how to cook with logs and fire on an offset smoker. The upside is that…
Pork carnitas ribs
Pork carnitas ribs are slowly cooked in a citrus and garlic glaze until the meat is savory, tangy, and rich, much like its Tex-Mex namesake.
Dewberry jam
Dewberry jam is a quick and easy sweet spread made from wild blackberries, lemon juice, and sugar. No pectin required and a delicious taste of Texas spring!
Honey lavender ice cream
This year, I missed the Hill Country display of bluebonnets. This makes me sad as I understand it was a banner year. But…
Strawberry Rice Krispies treats
One of the first desserts I ever made was Rice Krispies treats. This combination of puffed cereal, butter, and melted marshmallows is a…
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Taco burgers
Taco burgers are a blend of spicy ground beef and refried beans served on a bun with lettuce, tomato, and shredded cheese. A Tex-Mex classic.
San Antonio bean burger
The first time I had a San Antonio bean burger was on a hot summer day. I was wandering in my car outside…
Green chile cheeseburgers
Roasted long green chiles, such as Hatch or Anaheim, make for a spicy topping for juicy smashed cheeseburgers. A Southwestern favorite!
Spicy buttermilk onion rings
There was a lot of chatter last week about a certain California hamburger chain that opened in the Dallas area. Apparently, people were…
Jalapeno cheese bun recipe for a proper Texas burger
When I first moved to New York, I was struck by the presence of what was called a Texas burger. At first I…
Chipotle ketchup changes everything
I was talking to a friend on the phone last night and he asked what I’d eaten for dinner. “Ketchup,” I replied. “And…