New Book Shares Stories of Aransas County’s Culinary History
May 15, 2019 | By Kimya Kavehkar
Full of recipes and anecdotes, the tome dives into this Gulf Coast region’s food culture
Recipes
Nelda Vogel’s Dessert Peach Enchiladas and Peach Pie Recipes
May 14, 2019 | By John Lumpkin
Nelda Vogel and the late George Vogel founded Vogel Orchards in Stonewall. Their son Jamey and his wife, Terri, now manage the orchards, along with the orchards’ roadside stand on U.S. 290. Nelda Vogel remains involved in the operation.
Hye Market’s Fermented Peach Salsa Recipe
May 9, 2019 | By John Lumpkin
Matt Church is chef at the historic Hye Market in Hye, between Stonewall and Johnson City—in the heart of Texas Hill Country peach orchards.
Cabernet Grill’s Vogel Orchard Peach Crisp Recipe
May 2, 2019 | By
Cabernet Grill’s peach crisp combines Vogel Orchard peaches with fragrant lavender
Broccoli Spears with Crispy Cheese Crust Recipe
May 1, 2019 | By
A steady diet of hot dogs and s’mores is a perfectly fine (short term) camping meal plan. But if you want to step up your live fire game, author and Texas Highways contributor Paula Disbrowe’s cookbook Any Night Grilling provides inspired recipe ideas. The simple yet decadent Broccoli Spears with Crispy Cheese Crust makes an ideal side dish for a hearty cut of meat. “This recipe is great for camping because of its short ingredient list, and it’s easy enough for novice grillers to prepare,” Disbrowe says. “The final shower of grated Parmesan creates a crispy cheese crust that will have everyone reaching for seconds.”
Fire-Roasted Hatch Chile Salsa Recipe
March 29, 2019 | By Susan L. Ebert
All year-round Texas produces fruits and vegetable ripe for baking, cooking, and canning. Tomato season is just around the corner, and after picking up a few bushels at a farmers’ market or stand, you’ll want to have this salsa recipe handy. Roasting the peppers and tomatoes first adds some toothsome char and also makes them easier to peel. Hatch chiles mingled with jalapeños to bring some smoky depth to the heat; just make sure to either wear gloves while working with hot peppers or plan to wash your hands thoroughly afterwards. Canning the results ensures that your salsa is delicious and fresh-tasting for the next year.
Bourbon Smash Recipe
March 1, 2019 | By
Marsha Milam describes her Bourbon Smash (see photo, left) cocktail recipe as “delicious, flexible, and forgiving.” Mix one up at home to celebrate Texas Independence Day on March 2—or head to the distillery for its second anniversary bash—and toast to the spirit of Ben Milam and other brave Texas revolutionaries.
Mardi Gras Cocktail Recipe from Galveston’s Tremont House
February 22, 2019 | By Melissa Gaskill
The historic Galveston Tremont House bar mixes up the perfect cocktail to accompany Mardi Gras festivities. When Galveston held its first Mardi Gras celebration in 1867, no one recorded the libations served. But modern-day revelers can hoist a signature Mardi Gras Punch (see below for recipe) at the Tremont House hotel, which shares the island’s long history with the raucous holiday.
Ranch Water Recipe
January 31, 2019 | By
Whip up some ranch waters at home with the Capri’s easy-to-recreate recipe.
Chile Macho Recipe
January 31, 2019 | By
This salsa, which has four times as many peppers as it does tomatoes, adds an extra-spicy kick to any dish, and the simple recipe makes it easy to prepare any time.
Stir-Fried Chinese Eggplant and Green Beans Recipe
November 6, 2018 | By
Cooking oil, for frying
1 large Chinese eggplant (about 10 ounces total), cut into one-inch pieces
5 ounces green beans, sliced in half
3 garlic cloves, sliced
1/2 tablespoon chu hou paste sauce (available at Asian groceries or online)
1/2 tablespoon sweet flour sauce (available at Asian groceries or online)
1/2 tablespoon oyster sauce (available at Asian groceries or online)
1/2 tablespoon soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/4 cup water
Starch slurry made by mixing 1/2 tablespoon cold water with 1/2 teaspoon potato starch or cornstarch
Directions
Deep-fry eggplant until golden.
Lemon Olive Oil Cake Recipe
November 1, 2018 | By
Using Sandy Oaks’ olive oil in this simple recipe keeps the cake moist, while the limoncello, an Italian lemon liqueur, gives it a little kick. Serves 10-12
Opa’s Smoked Sausage & Gnocchi with Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Spinach Recipe
August 16, 2018 | By
Pair savory smoked sausage with the sweet-tart intensity of sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and a hit of garlic and Parmesan in this 30-minute gnocchi dish that melds German and Italian flavors.
Pedernales Falls Potatoes Recipe
April 25, 2018 | By
We’ve made these potato-and-cheese packets at home as a satisfying main course and on camping trips to serve with grilled steak or pork chops. The prosciutto is optional, but it adds incredible flavor, and the fat bastes the potatoes as they cook.
