Mar 13, 2019 | Casseroles, Diner
Crustless Quiche Ingredients1 tbsp. butter8 oz. cremini mushrooms, thinly sliced1 shallot, minced2 c. loosely packed spinachKosher saltFreshly ground black pepper8 large eggs1/4 c. whole milk1/4 c. oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, finely chopped1/4 c. freshly grated...
Mar 12, 2019 | Diner, Veggies
Roasted Brussels Sprouts Ingredients 3 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil2 tbsp. sweet chili sauce1 tbsp. SrirachaJuice of 1 lime3 cloves garlic, minced2 lb. Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved (quartered if large)Kosher saltFreshly ground black pepper Directions...
Mar 3, 2019 | Diner, Soup
Dal I adapted this recipe from one I found in the New York Times. Sherry loves this! The original recipe calls for double the amount of coriander, cumin, turmeric and ginger. Add more than the 1 teaspoon of each, if you like. Ingredients 2 tablespoons vegetable oil1...
Feb 17, 2019 | Diner, Veggies
Cauliflower Snack Chips IngredientsCooking spray2 c. riced cauliflower1 1/2 c. grated ParmesanFreshly ground black pepperDirectionsPreheat oven to 375°. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Apply cooking spray lightly.Microwave the cauliflower in covered bowl on...
Feb 9, 2019 | Casseroles, Diner, Meat
Chili Pie I did a version of this for our Canterbury Students. Sherry loved the cornbread crust. I used mushrooms and spinach because I had them on hand and I wanted to “stretch” the results. For a more “Mexican” feel, you may omit these....
Jan 11, 2019 | Tales
Volkswagen Bug Tommy Moore | Quarter Beer Night | Mayor | Wall Jesus | Todd's Creek One of my favorite memories of driving a “Bug.” Running out of gas, but then coasting into the next gas station. One of my WORST memories of driving a “Bug.”...
Jan 6, 2019 | Breads & Grains, Diner
Pizza Recipes Pizza #1 For years, I made my pizza dough with corn meal as in the recipe pictured here. Have fun with it, and don’t be afraid to experiment. Pizza #2 Ingredients 1 package dry yeast3 tablespoon butter;...
Jan 3, 2019 | Diner, Veggies
Mushrooms and Onions Ingredients1 pound mushrooms; cleaned and sliced1 large yellow onion; diced2- 4 T soy saucegarlic powdersalt and pepper1 tsp, plus toasted sesame oilDirectionsIn wide skillet (with a lid) saute the onions in the olive oil for a few minutes; add...
Jan 2, 2019 | Tales
Sam’s Houston Press Articles – 2019 Sam Byrd is a freelance contributor to the Houston Press who loves to take in all of Houston’s sights, sounds, food and fun. He also loves helping others to discover Houston’s rich culture. PS – Sam also...
Nov 30, 2018 | Breads & Grains, Diner
Oatmeal Muffins Ingredients: 1 1/2 cup old-fashioned rolled oats1/2 cup flour1 tsp baking powder1/2 tsp baking soda1/4 tsp ground cinnamon1/4 tsp ground nutmeg1/4 tsp salt1 Large Egg, beaten3/4 cup yogurt1/4 cup milk1/4 cup honey or pure maple syrup1 tsp pure vanilla...
Oct 17, 2018 | Diner, Veggies
Sweet Potato Tots You can make these ahead of time (before baking). Place frozen tots in oven and bake until done. Prep Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Ingredients 1 3/4 cup mashed sweet potatoes (3 medium sweet potatoes) 1 egg yolk 1/2 cup grated cheese 1 small...
Aug 23, 2018 | Politics
Beto for Senate! Beto O’Rourke for...
Aug 13, 2018 | Diner, Lagniappe
We Both Went Shopping! I fired up the smoker and cooked two family packs of chicken wings. I got them on sale for $1.49/lb at Foodarama. Also cooked up a huge batch of green chili sauce. Why a huge batch? Because Sherry and I both picked up the same items at the...
Aug 4, 2018 | Tales
The Magician’s Assistant Once, at a Gridiron Show cast party, the magician’s assistant made a play for me. I wasn’t interested and tried to dodge her. She persisted.One of the other acts was a lady barbershop quartet. They saw what was going on. They liked me...
Jul 2, 2018 | Family
Hindman’s Ferry Road My brother, Dwayne, my Nephew, Jeff, and I have been having a discussion about Hindman’s Ferry Road. We’re not sure which of today’s roads (if any) was Hindman’s Ferry. Jeff decided to ask Vance Lauderdale,...
Jun 23, 2018 | Breads & Grains, Diner
Hot Water Cornbread I used to help my mother make this back in our Frayser days. Ingredients 2 cups Cornmeal (Yellow or White) 1 teaspoon salt 2 tablespoons sugar 1/4 cup grated onion or chopped 1-2 tablespoons melted butter 1 cup ( or more ) boiling water...
Jun 18, 2018 | cajun, Diner, Seafood
Shrimp Etouffee by Paula Deen Ingredients 1/2 cup oil 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, plus extra flour, optional 1 cup chopped yellow onion 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper 1 cup chopped celery 3 cloves garlic, finely minced 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1/2 teaspoon white...
Jun 6, 2018 | Music
Reaper Bookmarks Some bookmarks I’ve collected. Most have to do with Reaper (Digital Audio Work Station). Recording from Scratch Getting Started Drum Loops Bass Guitar Acoustic & Electric Guitars Virtual Instruments Vocals Mixing from Scratch...
May 13, 2018 | Music
Blog I like this sound; recorded on the TASCAM DP008EX. https://youtu.be/GIjUTMyAWeo?t=1m30s ________________________________________ “Southern Nights” I use an 8 track digital recorder that is no larger than a cigar box. While it has...
Apr 23, 2018 | Music
https://youtu.be/XLXSqan3Jcs?t=49s Not sure about this; and I know the items are pricier now than when this guy recorded this; but for what it’s worth, here it is. Audio interface: Focusrite Scarlett Solo: $99 (Has 1 Mic Preamp. and 2nd Input for guitar,...
Mar 27, 2018 | Music
How about this guy, eh?...
Mar 7, 2018 | Diner, Veggies
Spaghetti Squash with Peppers and Onions We will definitely do this one again. Prepare Peppers and Onions, but without the cheese topping and without baking. That is, just do the stove-top part and use that to top your spaghetti squash “noodles” when...
Feb 10, 2018 | Diner, pasta, Seafood
Bacon, Sausage, and Shrimp Tetrazinni This makes up enough to fill two half-trays (9″ x 13″). Ingredients: 1 lb breakfast sausage 1 lb bacon 24 ounces small shrimp 2 large sweet yellow onions, chopped 1 orange or red (or green) bell pepper, chopped 1 pound...
Jan 2, 2018 | Tales
Sam’s Houston Press Articles – 2018 Sam Byrd is a freelance contributor to the Houston Press who loves to take in all of Houston’s sights, sounds, food and fun. He also loves helping others to discover Houston’s rich culture. PS – Sam also...
Dec 12, 2017 | Diner, grill, Lagniappe, Meat, smoker
Instructions for the Smokenator (Instruction Booklet PDF – 2017) www.smokenator.com (Phone 888.205.1931) ________________________________________________________ LONG Cook Times – Set Up and Temperature Management A loaded Smokenator box...
Nov 24, 2017 | Diner, Sauces & Dressings
Hazael’s Salsa Our son’s good friend, Hazael, brings this over when they come to dinner. It’s superb! The card to the right is Hazael’s writing. Ingredients 3 red tomatoes, grilled and chopped1 poblano,grilled and chopped2 T olive oil1...
Nov 13, 2017 | Breads & Grains, Diner
Apple Date Bread I got this one off a package of dates. Ingredients: 1 cup chopped apples 1/2 cup chopped nuts 1 cup sugar 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup milk 1/2 cup chopped dates 1/2 cup butter 1 egg, beaten 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon cinnamon Instructions: Cream...
Sep 21, 2017 | Diner, Lagniappe
Substitute for Canned “Creamed” Soup We’re not fans of canned soups because of their tendency to be LOADED with sodium. So when a recipe calls for a “Cream of This or That” soup, we like to use a version of this instead. ...
Sep 14, 2017 | Diner, Seafood
Pan Seared Scallops Ingredients 1 to 1 1/4 pounds sea scallops2 teaspoons unsalted butter2 teaspoons olive oilKosher saltFreshly ground black pepper Directions Pat scallops thoroughly dry. Add the butter and oil to a 12 to 14-inch saute pan on high heat. Salt...
Sep 9, 2017 | Diner, Veggies
Sweet and Sour Cabbage We enjoyed living around the corner from a public library in Memphis. It was there I found an interesting Chinese cookbook. Each recipe was given in English on one page, and in Chinese on the facing page. When I cook this one, the family leaves...
