Bacon tortillas
The other day while shopping in the fresh tortilla section at Central Market, I noticed each package was warm and steamy, a marker…
Borracho black-eyed peas
Every December, I begin to think of new ways to prepare my pot of black-eyed peas. For the past few years, the phrase…
Smoky chili beans
A few months ago, I was looking at grocer ads from the late 1800s and early 1900s. As expected, the offerings were provisions…
Roast chicken with bacon, tomatoes, and green chiles
My friends keep telling me I should get an Instant Pot. They sing its praised though I’m still not convinced. This is mainly…
Bacon pecan cinnamon roll biscuits
Quick and easy cinnamon rolls can be made with biscuit dough. A bit of bacon and pecan are folded into the filling for additional smoky sweetness. Make them for loved ones as these are oh, so good!
Black-eyed pea and hominy casserole
A comforting, cheesy Tex-Mex casserole made with black-eyed peas, hominy, and bacon. Terrific for cooler days and New Year’s Day!
Pasta primavera with asparagus, peas, mushrooms, and bacon
Creamy pasta primavera tossed with mushrooms, asparagus, peas, bacon, and bock beer. A quick and easy dish that’s perfect for spring!
Black-eyed peas with bacon and jalapeños
Black-eyed peas are slowly cooked until tender in a smoky, spicy broth rich with jalapenõs and bacon. A delicious side dish that’s also perfect for celebrating the New Year.
Jalapeño bacon Brussels sprouts gratin
Brussels sprouts are nestled in a creamy sauce spiked with jalapeños and bacon, then topped with cheese that’s broiled until bubbling and brown.
