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Bread and Butter Pickles

Provided by Catherine Porter for the August 2011 issue of CorsicanaNOW Magazine. 4 qts. cucumbers, sliced (about 6 lbs.) 1 1/2 cups white onions, sliced (about 1 lb. or 12-15 small onions) 2 large garlic cloves 1/3 cup salt 2 qts. (2 trays) ice, crushed or cubed 4 1/2 cups sugar 1 1/2 tsp. […]


Best Steak

Provided by LeeAnn Polster for the May 2022 issue of WeatherfordNOW Magazine. 3 Tbsp. kosher salt 3 Tbsp. smoked paprika 2 Tbsp. onion powder 2 Tbsp. garlic powder 2 Tbsp. dried oregano 2 Tbsp. coarsely ground black pepper 1 Tbsp. brown sugar or sugar replacement  2 grass-fed filet mignon or high-quality ribeye 3 Tbsp. […]


Fried Catfish

Provided by Vivian Jackson for the November 2019 issue of CorsicanaNOW Magazine. Makes 4-6 servings. 3 cups Crisco canola oil 1 lb. catfish fillets 1 cup yellow cornmeal 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 2 tsp. salt 1 tsp. black pepper 1/2 tsp. garlic powder 1/2 tsp. onion powder Lemon wedges (optional)  Tartar sauce (optional)  Louisiana Hot […]


Woodcrafters Fencing

Summertime means more backyard activities, and Woodcrafters Fencing is ready to beautify your outdoor spaces. Woodcrafters Fencing is a family-owned business built on generations of principles that began with a grandparents’ contracting business. Its owners’ experience in the industry began in 1992. “My brother and I started this company together 30 years ago, when […]


Apple Pie

Provided by LaCracha Holley for the November 2016 issue of SouthwestNOW Magazine. 1 cup sugar 2 1/2 Tbsp. flour 1 tsp. cinnamon 1/2 tsp. nutmeg 1/4 tsp. salt 1/2 tsp. orange zest 5-6 medium green apples, peeled, cored and sliced in 1/4-inch slices 1 pkg. 9-inch 2-crust pie plates 1/4 cup unsalted butter, chilled […]


Weatherford June 2023 Calendar

6/3 Secret Gardens of Parker County Tour: Enjoy a self-guided journey through five unique gardens in Parker County showcasing stunning views, landscaping ideas and garden art. Tickets $12 online; $15 day of event. 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Visit chandorgardensfoundation.org or call (817) 550-7762 for locations and ticket info. Pancake Breakfast Fly-In/Drive-In: Classic airplanes, cars, motorcycles, helicopter […]


Waxahachie June 2023 Calendar

6/2 Community Fair: Kickoff event for the library’s summer children’s programs. 10:00 a.m., Sims Library, 515 W. Main St. 6/3 Junk in the Trunk: Downtown Waxahachie. 6/3-6/4 Gingerbread Trail: Tour several beautiful private homes, as well as the newly renovated Ellis County Museum, the ornate Sims Library and the historic Ellis County Courthouse. 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m., […]


Southwest June 2023 Calendar

6/3 Summer Reading Kickoff: Enjoy carnival games, candy, Miss Aimee’s Balloon Twisting, free Kessler Baking Studio treats, free Kona Ice and popcorn, arts and crafts, a ukulele singer, reading logs and bookmarks. 2:00-4:00 p.m., Duncanville Public Library, 201 James Collins Blvd. Summer Reading Kickoff: Kids, teens and adults sign up for the Summer Reading Challenge! […]


Midlothian June 2023 Calendar

6/3 Pancake Breakfast Fly-In/Drive-In: Classic airplanes and fighters, helicopter and CAF airplanes rides, classic cars and motorcycles, live music, children’s activities. Free admission and parking. 8:00-11:00 a.m., Mid-Way Regional Airport, 131 Airport Dr. Learn more at www.mid-wayregional.com or call (972) 923-0080. Movies in the Park: This month’s free community movie is Lyle, Lyle Crocodile. 7:30-9:30 p.m., […]