Homesick Texan doesn't disappoint. This recipe makes both J and I miss Texas sweet 1015 onions terribly. Vidalia onions are good substitutes, but don't quite have the flavor. Since we can't find the onions in Mid-Missouri, we had to make a few changes to the recipe, but it still turned out quite well. Ingredients: 2 … Continue reading Texas sweet onion casserole
Homemade Mag Mud
In honor of tailgate season (and Mizzou's first SEC game against Georgia!) I wanted to share one of our most favorite tailgate dips, Mag Mud. In Austin, Texas, is the most amazing restaurant, Magnolia Cafe. My very, very dear friend B insisted (it didn't take much!) we go there whenever I visited her and it … Continue reading Homemade Mag Mud
Easier Than You’d Think Tomatillo Salsa
Every year for Christmas, J and I invite our families to a Christmas Eve Mexican inspired feast. The tradition sprung out of our time in San Antonio where tamales are often given as gifts. Our favorite salsa is the wonderful green Tomatillo Salsa and we finally found a recipe that rivals the homemade ones we had … Continue reading Easier Than You’d Think Tomatillo Salsa
Green Chili Stew
One thing I miss about Texas is the abundance of Hatch green chilies at HEB. And the green chili enchiladas at Chuys. We've tried a few recipes from scratch to match the sauce and a stew without luck. Until we found Cookwell & Company’s Two-Step Green Chile Stew Mix. With a few modifications, it was … Continue reading Green Chili Stew