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Lafitte’s Best
America's Independence Saved by a Cunning Pirate ... A decorated American general and a Louisiana French pirate seem unlikely partners in...
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Devil's Food Cake
Creating a Wickedly Good Dessert How some versions of deep chocolate cake picked up the ominous moniker of “Devil’s Food” isn’t clear....
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Pineapple Upside Down Cake
Probably no vintage dessert speaks to a bygone era more than the pineapple upside cake. Growing up in South Texas, the sweet, moist...
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Chocolate Almond Bundt Cake
Bundt cakes became popular in this country in the 1950s, and it’s reported that one in three American homes where folks bake has at least...
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Banana Pudding Pie
I recently saw banana cream pie referred to as a retro dessert. Thankfully, there are some things that never go out of style, like this...
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Amaretto Cream Brule
Cream Brule is a dessert that always impresses. The best part of this recipe, given to me by our daughter-in-law, isn’t the crispy sugar...
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Basic Yorkshire Pudding
I love egg breads, and this is one of my favorites. Yorkshire pudding is a great alternative to expected dinner breads with rib roast,...
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Hoppin’ John
Every New Year’s we engage in the tradition of eating black-eyed peas and cabbage for luck and prosperity in the coming year. We all know...
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Tenderloin with Cognac-Cream Sauce
We love to grill out on our deck but, let’s face it, some Texas evenings are simply too hot to make standing in front of a barbecue much...
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Cherry Cream Puffs
Cream puffs are one of those dishes I call workhorses–my kitchen staples. They’re a versatile treat that enable you to create any number...
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Not-So-Plain Vanilla Cupcake Desserts
Looking for a quick, simple, and cool dessert that gives you many options at a moment’s notice? Simple vanilla cupcakes are one of my...
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Roasted Red Bell Pepper Alfredo Sauce
This sauce is one of my favorites, and a nice take on traditional Alfredo sauce. Although here I’ve used prepared red bell peppers,...
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Rio Enchilada Sauce
Living in Texas, Mexican food–technically “TexMex” after we put our Tejas spin on it–is a staple in our family’s diet. Enchiladas are...
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Rosemary Havarti Bread
Havarti is one of my favorite cheeses, delicious in recipes or sliced to snack on. I was delighted when I found this recipe. It’s easy,...
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Pear Upside Down Cake
This recipe is sure to impress your family and friends. However, don't be fooled - it's actually very easy. And delicious. 1 ½ cup...
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The Sweetest Myth
As urban legends go, this one must be the sweetest. Years ago, storied Dallas upscale retailer Neiman Marcus earned itself a place among...
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Spicy-Sweet Pecans
With three large pecan trees in our yard, this recipe is one of my favorites. It’s the perfect thank you treat, as a hostess gift and, of...
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Farmhouse Buttermilk Biscuits
These biscuits are a breakfast favorite in our home. I also like to cut them larger and use them like a bun when making fried chicken...
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Apple Almond Turnovers
There's something irresistible about the combination of cinnamon and apples. This simple recipe is an easy solution when the cravings...
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