Back to Basics: Buttermilk Ranch Dressing
By Kelly Bogard Salad dressing. It's a pretty common staple in my house and probably in yours, too. But each of us likes something a little bit different. And there is plenty to choose from at the grocery store. Different brands, flavors, amounts and more. Things have certainly changed from [...]
Texas Sheet Cake Cookies
By Kelly Bogard "Texas, our Texas! All hail the mighty state!" I have had the lyrics to this song, by William J. Marsh and Gladys Yoakum Wright, running through my head for a few weeks now. Ever since our intern, Landee, suggested I make this week's recipe for Texas Independence [...]
Sloppy Joes
By Kelly Bogard Sometimes life can be messy. As I watched my dogs dig in the wet ground earlier this week, that's exactly what crossed my mind—the mess that would follow. But I was okay with it, because we needed the rain. And Texas farmers needed the rain. It delayed planting for [...]
Homemade Moon Pies
By Kelly Bogard Love is in the air with Valentine's Day just a few days away. Some give a box of chocolates. Others flowers. Even a sweet card. But show those you love how much you care with something homemade from the kitchen. Sure, you could make these Chocolate Chip Cookies or [...]
Sweet Fire Chicken Wings
By Kelly Bogard The biggest football game of the year is set for Sunday. Some will be cheering for their favorite time, but I'm rooting for agriculture. From game day food to cotton for championship t-shirts, agriculture is the winning team. Especially poultry farmers. The National Chicken Council estimates Americans will [...]
Farmers’ Pork Chops
By Kelly Bogard Have you ever sat down and really thought about where your food comes from? In the United States, we have the luxury of grocery stores close to our homes with plenty of options for even the pickiest of eaters. But where did that food really come from? [...]
Flan
By Kelly Bogard January is National Baking Month. And for some of us, it's like getting an extra holiday after the holidays. Baking can be therapeutic. It’s a creative outlet, stimulates the senses and serves as nourishment. The smells that fill the kitchen are an added bonus. And baking for entertaining, [...]
Broccoli Almondine
By Kelly Bogard Are you on a mission to eat a little healthier this year? I know I am. And you're probably thinking about eating more fresh fruits and vegetables, right? Me, too. But what happens when the same old recipes become boring and uninteresting? It gets tougher to get [...]
Potato Leek Soup
By Kelly Bogard Hot. Then cold. If you don't like the weather in Texas, just wait a bit. It'll change. And the cold weather struck again this week! But the cold weather has its perks. Like warm, inviting flavors coming from the kitchen. A hearty serving of some good ole' comfort [...]
Spicy Bacon Cheese Ball
By Kelly Bogard 2016 has been an interesting year to say the least. And I’m sure most of us are ready for a fresh start in 2017. I know I am! And what better way to usher out the old and start new than with a party—for you and your [...]
