Favorite Recipes

These recipes were contributed by Marilyn Adlof, a Waxahachie resident, and originally appeared in the WaxahachieNOW September 2016 issue. Never Fail Pastry 1/2 cup shortening 1 cup flour with a dash of salt 1/4 cup ice water Cut shortening into flour with two knives until slightly crumbly. Continue mixing with pastry blender, twisting and […]

These recipes were contributed by Lovelea Lynch, a Southwest resident, and originally appeared in the SouthwestNOW September 2016 issue. Champagne Shrimp Salad 1/2 lb. medium shrimp 1 tsp. butter 1 tsp. crushed garlic Bragg Liquid Aminos 2 tsp. ground black pepper (divided use) 1/2 red onion, sliced 1/2 yellow bell pepper, sliced vertically 2 […]

These recipes were contributed by Becky Walker, a North Ellis County resident, and originally appeared in the NorthEllisCoNOW September 2016 issue. Four-pepper Guacamole Adjust heat to your liking by using more or less of the hot peppers. 2-3 Hass avocadoes Hellman’s Real Mayonnaise, to taste (No substitutes, as it will change the flavor.) 1/2 […]

These recipes were contributed by Jennifer Barrett, a Midlothian resident, and originally appeared in the MidlothianNOW September 2016 issue. Texas Caviar  3 15-oz. cans black beans, rinsed and drained 2 11-oz. cans small white corn, drained 2 10-oz. cans Ro-Tel tomatoes with green chilies 1 bunch green onions, chopped 1 each red, yellow and […]

These recipes were contributed by Deborah Gery, a Mansfield resident, and originally appeared in the MansfieldNOW September 2016 issue. Cucumber Tea Sandwiches 3 oz. cream cheese 2 Tbsp. real mayonnaise 1 tsp. minced garlic 2 tsp. dry Italian seasoning 6 slices bread Salt and pepper, to taste 1 cucumber, thinly sliced Mix first four […]

These recipes were contributed by Helen Pechal, a Ennis resident, and originally appeared in the EnnisNOW September 2016 issue. Ranger Cookies Makes 6 dozen. 1 cup shortening 1 cup sugar 1 cup brown sugar 2 eggs 2 cups cornflakes 2 cups oatmeal 1 cup coconut 2 cups flour 2 tsp. baking soda 1 tsp. […]

These recipes were contributed by Bettye Ward Criddle, a Corsicana resident, and originally appeared in the CorsicanaNOW September 2016 issue. Bettye’s Pineapple Pie Note: An original recipe everyone loves! 1 20-oz. can crushed pineapple 1/2 cup water 1 1/4 cups sugar 1/4 tsp. salt 1/2 cup cornstarch 3 egg yolks, reserve whites for meringue […]

These recipes were contributed by Sherri Caraballo, a Burleson resident, and originally appeared in the BurlesonNOW September 2016 issue. Poor Man’s Beef Stew Casserole Serves 4-6 people. 6 russet potatoes 4 cups water 1 stick butter 1 lb. ground beef 1 onion, chunked 1 15-oz. can tomato soup 1 15-oz. can Veg-All 1 2-inch-thick […]

These recipes were contributed by Debra Smith, a Weatherford resident, and originally appeared in the WeatherfordNOW May 2016 issue. Spicy Chicken Breasts Great served with mashed potatoes and grilled asparagus. 1 stick butter (not margarine) 1 cup Bisquick 1/2 cup breadcrumbs 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese 2 tsp. paprika 1 tsp. sea salt 1/2 tsp. […]

These recipes were contributed by Kim Drennan, a Waxahachie resident, and originally appeared in the WaxahachieNOW May 2016 issue. Smothered Chicken Breasts 4 6-oz. skinless, boneless chicken breast halves 1/4 tsp. salt 1/4 tsp. lemon pepper seasoning 1 Tbsp. vegetable oil 8 bacon strips 1 medium onion, sliced 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed 1/2 […]