Yearly Archives: 2025


Favorite Healthy Bran Muffins

Provided by Shirley McLeroy for the July 2012 issue of WaxahachieNOW Magazine. 3 cups raw bran (divided use) 1 cup boiling water 1 stick butter 1 cup brown sugar 2 1/2 cups all natural whole wheat flour 2 tsp. baking soda 4 Tbsp. cinnamon 2 cups buttermilk 2 eggs 4 red delicious apples, cut […]


Iron Skillet Roast

Provided by Janie Hendrix for the March 2018 issue of EnnisNOW Magazine. Roast: 5-6 slices bacon, cut into 1-inch pieces Arm or chuck roast 4-5 Tbsp. flour Salt and pepper, to taste 1 large onion, chopped 3-4 cups brewed coffee Gravy: 1 cup water 2 Tbsp. corn starch For roast: In a large iron […]


Fried Rice

Provided by Timothy Mysak for the January 2024 issue of MidlothianNOW Magazine. This will be spicy! High smoke-point oil, such as avocado or canola 2 eggs Salt, to taste 1 chili of your choice, finely diced (I use Fresno.) 1-2 medium shallots or 1 small onion, minced 4-5 garlic cloves, minced (divided use) 1 […]


Instant Pot Chicken Tortilla Soup

Provided by Abby Hopkins for the November 2020 issue of MansfieldNOW Magazine. 1 white onion, chopped 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced 2 Tbsp. olive oil 1 lb. chicken breast 1 15-oz. can corn 1 15-oz. can black beans, rinsed and drained 2 chipotle peppers, whole 8 cups chicken broth Toppings: 2 avocados, sliced 1 […]


Weatherford February 2025 Calendar

2/15 Parker County Health Foundation Boots & Bling Charity Gala: Attend to raise funds benefiting Parker County organizations. 6:00-11:00 p.m., River Ranch Stockyards, 500 NE 23rd St., Fort Worth. parkercountyhealthfoundation.org. 2/22 Hats, Horses & Hoopla: Attend for an evening of fun benefiting Aledo High School Project Celebration 2026. 6:00-9:00 p.m., The Social Space, 205 […]


Italian Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms

Provided by Mari Worley for the January 2024 issue of CorsicanaNOW Magazine. Yields 16 servings. 16 large mushrooms, 2-inches in diameter 1/2 lb. Italian sausage, casing removed 5 green onions, thinly sliced 1 garlic clove, minced 1/2 tsp. Italian seasoning 1 tsp. Worcestershire sauce 3/4 cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded (divided use) 2 Tbsp. […]