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About Kelly Bogard

Food Editor Texas Farm Bureau I believe that happiness starts in the home. For my big Texas family it is in the kitchen. Join me as I cook my way through life one recipe at a time.

Skinny Chicken Ziti

By Kelly Bogard Well, we made it to 2015! Last year was busy and slightly stressful for most. But we say that at the end of each year, right? I know I do. And at the beginning of each new one, I make resolutions–some that stick, others that don’t. My two main ones this year are to take [...]

Must-Have Hearty French Onion Soup

By Kelly Bogard You've heard me talk about how much I love getting fresh produce from our members. It's just one of the many ways I showcase Texas agriculture. And I love when members send me recipes to go with it. Several months ago, Jessica Domel introduced you to Bruce “Onion Man” Frasier, president of Dixondale [...]

Candied Oranges

By Kelly Bogard The other day, Butters and I were talking about her Christmas stocking. As we placed it on the mantel, I told her about things I remember Santa leaving in mine. Instead of candy, we would get fruit and nuts, apples and oranges, along with still-in-the-shell walnuts, pecans and a hazelnut or two. [...]

Slow Cooker Peanut Clusters

By Kelly Bogard Between holiday parties and church activities, we're staying pretty busy this December. But, despite our busy schedules, it's the time of year when I want to give something sweet to our friends and neighbors. Years ago, I had time to make all kinds of cute baskets with several sweet treats. These days, [...]

Back to Basics: Shortbread Cutout Cookies

By Kelly Bogard House cleaned from Thanksgiving feast…check. Christmas decorations up…check. Plate of warm cookies for those who helped…still working on it. There's nothing better than walking into the kitchen to the smell of fresh-baked cookies. It's one of the many things I look forward to this time of year. Whether it is Cinnamon Jumbles or Rosemary [...]