Tag Archives: Texas

Recipe: Mom’s Chess Pie*

Posted on October 13, 2022 by Burnt My Fingers

Mom’s chess pie is based on a card I found in my mother’s recipe box. It’s very close to the product served at the Highland Park Cafeteria… eggy, tangy and with more body than a custard pie thanks to the … Continue reading →

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The death of Tex-Mex?

Posted on August 25, 2022 by Burnt My Fingers

“The death of Tex-Mex as we know it” was a headline in yesterday’s Axios News. I nearly spat out my taco when I read the words. Fortunately, it turns out the rumors of Tex-Mex cuisine dying are greatly exaggerated in … Continue reading →

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Recipe: Smoked Baked Beans

Posted on October 26, 2021 by Burnt My Fingers

Smoked baked beans are cooked along with your brisket or other smoked meat, taking advantage of the extra space on your rack if you have a barrel smoker, or the top level if you have a Weber Bullet like me. … Continue reading →

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Texas Monthly BBQ guide jumps the shark

Posted on October 21, 2021 by Burnt My Fingers

The annual Texas Monthly BBQ guide is eagerly awaited by Texans near and far. Will Snow’s retain its top ranking, or will some upstart along the lines of Franklin in Austin upset the post oak woodpile? What old standbys have … Continue reading →

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Recipe: Purple Hull Peas

Posted on September 21, 2021 by Burnt My Fingers

Purple hull peas are prized down south, and this born Southerner is lucky to have a fresh supply locally in upstate New York. They are preferred because they have a less-earthy taste than black eye peas, and also I suspect … Continue reading →

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Recipe: Crab Hush Puppies

Posted on July 8, 2021 by Burnt My Fingers

For a Southern twist on surf-and-turf, offer Crab Hush Puppies with chicken fried steak! And for even more fun, substitute 1 c finely chopped okra for the crab! The base recipe comes from The Kitchen and it’s solid but a … Continue reading →

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Recipe: Carrot Slaw with Raisins and Pineapple

Posted on June 23, 2021 by Burnt My Fingers

Carrot Slaw with Raisins and Pineapple shows up frequently in the media as a Juneteenth favorite, and it definitely was popular in the south when I was growing up. It shouldn’t be too sweet; the natural sugar in the raisins … Continue reading →

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Best mayonnaise taste test: Hellman’s vs Duke’s vs Kewpie

Posted on April 20, 2021 by Burnt My Fingers

Who doesn’t love mayonnaise? A happy marriage of oil and eggs with a kiss of acid, mayo moistens our sandwiches with a lubricious layer that tames the crustiest bread. It serves as a playground monitor when mixed into slaws and … Continue reading →

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Recipe: Improved Fried Okra

Posted on September 15, 2020 by Burnt My Fingers

For such a versatile vegetable, fried okra generates a lot of controversy. Soak in buttermilk for tenderness, or coat with beaten egg so batter will stick? Dredge in flour for a uniform crust, or cornmeal for a pleasing crunch? How … Continue reading →

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Make your own vinegar pepper sauce at home

Posted on September 1, 2020 by Burnt My Fingers

After we cooked up our batch of Southern-style collard greens the other day, we needed some pepper sauce to douse them with. We’re not talking Tabasco, or Frank’s Red Hot, or one of the many niche sauces that are everywhere … Continue reading →

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