Dr Pepper Ham
By Kelly Bogard Spring is here! It's time for new beginnings. Time for things to bloom and grow. And to enjoy warm, sunny days. Easter is by far my favorite spring holiday. We have a celebration lunch every year on Easter Sunday. It's filled with food, fellowship and, of course, the [...]
Pesto Peppers
By Kelly Bogard Texas rice is having a record year with some of the highest yields in the nation for 2017. And that's great news for Texas rice lovers like me. My favorite rice variety is called Texmati. I used it in a Spanish Rice recipe a few years back. I [...]
Top 5 spring break treats
By Kelly Bogard Spring Break is here. We're on break this week, but I know many of you are going to be enjoying it next week, as well. It's a good time to take a day or a few to hang out with the kids and enjoy a little down time. And [...]
Celebrating Texas Independence Day
By Jennifer Dorsett March 2, 1836. A day etched in Texas history. It’s the day Texas was declared a republic, despite the odds. It’s Texas Independence Day. That day Texas legends were born. Today, we honor those Texans, their independence and fortitude. We remember the Alamo. Remember Goliad. We celebrate [...]
Oven Beef Ribs
By Kelly Bogard This time of year is tough for me as a foodie. I like being outside and cooking outside. But right now, that's not really an option. Between the ever-changing temperature and the much-needed rain we are getting here in Central Texas, I can't seem to motivate myself to [...]
Spicy Sweet Potato Fries
By Kelly Bogard We all know Texas is a large state, and agriculture is a major economic driver. But how many of you knew that Texas is the fifth largest producer of sweet potatoes? Most are grown in Van Zandt County in East Texas. And they taste delicious on my table. [...]
Chocolate Heart Dessert Pizza
By Kelly Bogard Calling all sweethearts and chocolate lovers alike. Do I have a treat for you! Every year I try to come up with something that will make my entire family happy for Valentine's day, and this year is no exception. And though desserts are definitely not the norm [...]
Armadillo Eggs
By Justin Walker A day of football and food. The Big Game is Sunday, and family and friends will get together and cheer for their favorite team. The food, however, is almost as important as the game. Some might say even more important. I guess it depends if your team [...]
Pressure Cooker Brown Beans
By Kelly Bogard It's hard to believe we're almost into February. This year is flying by just as quickly as the others! Some days I find it tough to keep it all together. Get everyone out the door in the morning. Go to work. Run errands. Pick up my daughter [...]