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These recipes were contributed by Claudia Kingston, a Southwest resident, and originally appeared in the SouthwestNOW August 2015 issue. LaLa’s Buttermilk Biscuits Makes 1 dozen biscuits. 3 cups flour 3 1/2 tsp. baking powder 3/4 tsp. salt 1/4 cup sugar 1/2 cup butter 1-2 cups buttermilk Mix first 4 ingredients in a mixing bowl. Cut […]

These recipes were contributed by Vicki Jackson, a North Ellis County resident, and originally appeared in the North Ellis CountyNOW August 2015 issue. Pork Chops and Mustard Onion Gravy 1 lb. boneless pork chops (about 3/4-inch thick) 2 Tbsp. all-purpose flour 1 Tbsp. vegetable oil 1 large onion, cut in half and sliced (about 1 […]

These recipes were contributed by Rob and Stephanie Schoendienst, a Mansfield resident, and originally appeared in the MansfieldNOW August 2015 issue. Rob’s Famous Brisket Rub 2 Tbsp. kosher salt 2 Tbsp. black pepper 1 tsp. paprika 1 tsp. cayenne pepper 1 tsp. granulated garlic 1/2 tsp. ground cumin 1 12-oz. can beer, any brand […]

These recipes were contributed by Paula Hardin, a Ennis resident, and originally appeared in the EnnisNOW August 2015 issue. Pineapple Lemonade Punch 2 cups Country Time Lemonade Mix 1 46-oz. can pineapple juice, chilled 1 68-oz. bottle Sprite 2 cups cold water 1 lemon, thinly sliced 1 orange, thinly sliced Crushed ice In a […]

These recipes were contributed by Roxie Pierce, a Corsicana resident, and originally appeared in the CorsicanaNOW August 2015 issue. Old-fashioned Tea Cakes Makes 6 dozen. 1 cup solid all-vegetable shortening 2 cups sugar 2 eggs 1 tsp. baking powder 1 tsp. baking soda 1/2 cup buttermilk 1 tsp. salt 1 tsp. vanilla 4 cups […]

These recipes were contributed by Jesse and Sabrina McLeod, a Burleson resident, and originally appeared in the BurlesonNOW August 2015 issue. Fresh Basil Pesto  2 cups fresh basil leaves, packed 1/3 cup pine nuts or walnuts 3 medium-size garlic cloves, minced 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil 1/2 cup Parmesan-Reggiano or Romano cheese, freshly grated […]

These recipes were contributed by Michelle Frank, a Weatherford resident, and originally appeared in the WeatherfordNOW April 2015 issue. Lasagna 1 lb. Italian sausage, ground beef or ground turkey  36-oz. jar spaghetti sauce 1 cup water 2 eggs 16-oz. ricotta cheese 16-oz. lasagna noodles 2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, shredded […]

These recipes were contributed by Irby McNight, a Waxahachie resident, and originally appeared in the WaxahachieNOW April 2015 issue. Roasted Prime Sirloin 5 lbs. prime sirloin, boneless 1 Tbsp. olive oil Fine sea salt, to taste Ground peppercorn, to taste 1 cup red wine 6 slivers garlic Rinse sirloin in warm water. Pat dry. […]

These recipes were contributed by Gene Sims, a Southwest resident, and originally appeared in the SouthwestNOW April 2015 issue. Grandma Lee’s Special Serves 4. 1 lb. ground meat 1 10.5-oz. can chicken noodle soup 1 15-oz. can mixed vegetables 2 1/2 cups instant potatoes Brown ground meat and drain. Combine soup and vegetables; add […]

These recipes were contributed by James Fischetti, a North Ellis County resident, and originally appeared in the North Ellis CountyNOW April 2015 issue. Ro-Tel Chicken Spaghetti 1 10 3/4-oz. can of cream of chicken soup  1 10-oz. can of Ro-Tel Diced Tomatoes With Green Chilies  1 clove garlic, minced (or 1/2 tsp. garlic powder)  […]