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Baked Frito Pie

By Kelly Bogard All in favor of cooler weather please raise your hands.  In my head, all of Texas is raising their hands right now.  Thank you for that because I totally agree.  This weekend is the official beginning of autumn and, in Central Texas, we have been told to expect our first cool front. [...]

September 20, 2013|Categories: Beef, Beef, Casseroles, Featured, Main Dishes, Onions, Recipes|Tags: , , , , |1 Comment

Toasted Peanut Butter

By Kelly Bogard I'm feeling inspired. A few things happened in the past week to make me rethink this week's recipe. #1 - I had a grilled peanut butter and jelly sandwich at a football tailgate. This sandwich was so simple, yet so satisfying. #2 - I heard a commercial about Peanut farming in Texas, reminding [...]

Ups and downs of local food

By Amanda Hill Since starting Texas Table Top more than two years ago, we've seen the local food movement grow in popularity. Texans want to buy fruits, vegetables, meats and other staples from other Texans—whether at a farmer's market or at their neighborhood grocery store. I actually think that's why Texas Table Top is read [...]

September 10, 2013|Categories: Featured|Tags: , , , |0 Comments

Texas Sheet Cake

By Kelly Bogard Have I ever told you how much I enjoy three-day weekends? If I haven't, then I will now. I love them. It is a time to take a quick trip or relax with family and friends. Yet, I can still get my weekend chores done, too. You know—laundry, cleaning and all those [...]

August 30, 2013|Categories: Desserts, Featured, Holiday Treats, Recipes|Tags: , , , |0 Comments

Meet a Texas sunflower farmer: Rodney Schronk

By Amanda Hill You may have seen this sunny crop driving along Texas highways and back roads this summer. Sunflowers are bright and cheery during some of the hottest months in Texas. It is a hardy crop that survives nearly all weather conditions. Plus, sunflowers are used so many different ways—from a salty snack to [...]

August 27, 2013|Categories: Meet a Farmer, Specialty Crops|Tags: , , |3 Comments