Texas Table Top—Celebrating the foods, places and people of the Lone Star State.

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Roasted Root Vegetables

By Kelly Bogard Not all vegetables are created equal. For that matter, lots of produce are that way. Some grow on trees. Or bushes. There are vegetables that grow above the ground. And others that grow below. Those—the ones that grow under—are what I really like to cook with this time of year. Roasted vegetables just seem [...]

Texas Caviar

By Kelly Bogard As we start the New Year, I want to share a little health, wealth and happiness. Health—this week's recipe is full of veggies to make your body strong. Wealth—it is said black-eyed peas are good luck and represent coins for a prosperous new year. And finally happiness—yummy food makes happy people! I can't [...]

Scalloped Potatoes

By Kelly Bogard Which vegetable goes with just about everything? Hint. It grows in the ground and not on a stalk or vine. Half of you probably went with an onion. But I'm going with potatoes. They are just so versatile. They are a great accompaniment to almost every meal and can even be a stand-alone [...]

Corn Fritters

By Kelly Bogard Drive through the country and you’ll see combines rolling through seas of gold. That can only mean one thing. It’s corn harvest time in Central Texas. It’s a busy season for farmers. And they’re working long hours. Prepping equipment early in the morning. Harvesting late into the night. And moving from field [...]

Creamy Cucumber Salad

By Kelly Bogard Tangy, yet sweet, aromas fill the air. Colorful fruits and veggies cover the farm stands. And bustling customers chat with one another and with farmers. It’s a social event. One that’s celebrated every year during National Farmers Market Week. You’ve heard me tout my love for farmers markets before. There’s just something [...]