Recipes Tex-mex
Texas beef brisket
Texas Beef Brisket4 pounds beef brisket2 tablespoons chili powder2 tablespoons salt1 tablespoon garlic powder1 tablespoon onion powder1 tablespoon black pepper1 tablespoon sugar2 teaspoons dry mustard1 bay leaf, crushed1 10 ounce canned beef brothMake a
Cowboy smothered steak
Cowboy Smothered SteakRecipe and photograph courtesy of used with permission.A young and old cowboy`s favorite.Serves 6.1 (2 pound) round, chuck or rump roast1/2 cup flour 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon pepper 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 small onion
Tex-mex sheet cake
Tex Mex Sheet CakeMakes one 15 x 10 inch cake.1 1/4 cups margarine or butter 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa2 tablespoons instant coffee1 cup water2 cups unsifted flour1 1/2 cups firmly packed light brown sugar1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 te
Texas corn bread
Texas Corn Bread1 1/2 cups plain cornmeal3 teaspoons baking powder1 (8 ounce) carton sour cream2/3 cup corn oil1 cup cream style corn1/4 cup green pepper, chopped1/2 cup onion, chopped2 eggs, beaten1 cup Cheddar cheese, gratedPour corn oil in large iron skil
White texas sheet cake
White Texas Sheet CakeGood old chocolate Texas Cake has always been a family favorite for picnics. I haven`t tried this one yet, but sounds good.1 cup butter or margarine1 cup water2 cups all purpose flour2 cups granulated sugar2 eggs1/2 cup sour cream1 teaspoon alm
Tex-mex pasta salad
Tex Mex Pasta Salad1 cup tomato juice2 tablespoons cider vinegar1 teaspoon dried cilantro leaves2 teaspoons chili powder1 teaspoon ground cuminPinch of cayenne pepper1 (4 ounce) can green chiles, drained1/2 cup chopped scallions10 ounces linguine, cooked al dente a
Tex-mex turkey pizza
Tex Mex Turkey Pizza2 1/2 cups cooked rice2 eggs, beaten2 tablespoons margarine, melted2 cups cooked turkey, shredded1/2 cup onion, thinly sliced1 (16 ounce) jar chunky salsa, mild1 (4 ounce) jar black olives, drained1 cup non fat Cheddar cheese, grated1/4 cup cila
Texas cornbread
Texas CornbreadMary is from East Texas and cornbread there is just that made with more meal than flour. Her mother`s recipe is:1 cup cornmeal1/2 cup flour1 scant tablespoon baking soda1 scant tablespoon salt2 eggs3 tablespoons cooking oil1 cup buttermilkMix
Texas chicken quesadillas
Texas Chicken QuesadillasThese are quesadillas filled with chicken cooked in barbeque sauce, caramelized onions, Cheddar and Monterey jack. Serve with plenty of guacamole, sour cream and chunky salsa!Makes: 4 quesadillas2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided 1 onion, sliced into r
Tex-mex stew
Tex Mex StewI made this for Super Bowl Sunday and served it with homemade cornbread it was a real hit!2 pounds stew meat1 (28 ounce) can whole tomatoes, cut into smaller pieces1 cup salsa, your choice1 bag frozen pearl onions, or one whole large onion, chopped1 teaspoon c
Original san antonio chile
Original San Antonio Chili2 pounds beef shoulder, cut into 1/2 inch cubes 1 pound pork shoulder, cut into 1/2 inch cubes 1/4 cup suet 1/4 cup pork fat 3 medium size onions, chopped 6 garlic cloves, minced 1 quart water 4 ancho chiles 1 serrano chile 6
Tex-mex hash
Tex Mex Hash5 servings1 pound ground beef 1 green bell pepper, chopped 1/2 cup rice, uncooked 2 teaspoons salt 3 onions, sliced 1 can whole tomatoes1 teaspoon chili powderDash of pepperPreheat oven to 350 degrees F.Pan fry ground beef unti
Texas chicken-fried steak with cream gravy
Texas Chicken Fried Steak With Cream GravyMakes 6 large servings (2 steaks each)uSteak/u3 pounds round steak, 1/2 inch thick 2 cups all purpose white flour 2 teaspoons salt 1 teaspoon black pepper 2 eggs 1/2 cup milk Vegetable oil (corn, peanut, saf
Abc sandwich
ABC SandwichThis was a specialty of the now closed Pittman House Restaurant in Dallas, Texas.1 cup mayonnaise1/2 cup minced scallions2 tablespoons brandy1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper18 slices toasted whole wheat breadLeaf lettuce12 ounces crabme
Pedernales river chili
Pedernales River ChiliThis is the chili that was always cooked at the LBJ Ranch in Texas. It was a favorite of Lyndon B. Johnson. He ate this with saltine crackers and a glass of ice cold milk.4 pounds coarsely ground beef1 large onion, chopped2 cloves garlic, finely chopp
Texas spaghetti
Texas Spaghetti1 1/2 pounds ground beef 2 cans tomato soup 1/2 cup water 1 can cream of mushroom soupChopped green bell pepperChopped onion 1 teaspoon thyme 1 teaspoon oreganoSalt and pepper to taste 1/2 cup sliced stuffed green olives (optional) 1
Texas hash
Texas Has to 1 1/2 pounds lean ground beef 3 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 onions, chopped 1 large green bell pepper, chopped 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained 1 cup regular rice, uncooked 1 cup water 1 tablespoon chili powder2 teaspoons salt b
Ultimate texas brisket
Ultimate Texas BrisketYield: 6 8 servings1 (4 or 5 pound) beef brisket2 teaspoons meat tenderizer2 (4 ounce) bottles Liquid Smoke1 teaspoon celery salt1 teaspoon paprika1/4 teaspoon nutmeg1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1 teaspoon onion salt1 tablespoon b
River walk strawberry pie
River Walk Strawberry Pie1 (9 inch) graham cracker crust10 ounces frozen strawberries1 cup granulated sugar2 egg whites1 tablespoon fresh lemon juiceDash of salt1/2 cup whipping cream, whipped1 teaspoon vanilla or almond extractThaw strawberries in a co
Roast turkey
Roast Turkey1 (16 to 18 pound) turkey2 teaspoons salt2 teaspoons pepper1/2 cup vegetable oil2 apples1 orange1 lemon2 fresh jalape?o peppersPreheat oven to 325 degrees F.Rinse and dry turkey. Remove neck and giblet bag from the small cavity in fro
Taco filling
Taco Filling4 garlic cloves, minced, or 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder3 pounds ground beef2 ounces Gebhardt® chili powder2 teaspoons cumin1/2 cup raw potato, grated2 teaspoons salt6 cups waterCombine all ingredients and simmer for two hours. When the mixture is
Tex-mex chili gravy
Tex Mex Chili Gravy4 dried red New Mexico chiles*8 dried red ancho chiles*1 pound ground beef4 cups beef stock1 medium onion, finely chopped2 garlic cloves, minced2 tablespoons bacon drippings (optional)2 teaspoons cumin seeds, toasted and ground1/2 teaspo
Tex-mex enchiladas
Tex Mex EnchiladasuChili Gravy/u2 tablespoons shortening2 tablespoons flour2 tablespoons chili powder3 cups warm water*1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper* Or use 2 cups warm water plus 1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce.Place shortening in skillet over
Tex-mex enchiladas
Tex Mex Enchiladas1 tablespoon shorteningg1 1/2 tablespoons flour1 tablespoon red chili powder (or more)1 1/2 cups warm water1 tablespoon vegetable oil6 corn tortillas1 onion, chopped2 cups grated Longhorn cheeseMelt shortening in a heavy skillet. Stir
Tex-mex truckstop enchiladas
Tex Mex Truckstop EnchiladasuFilling/u1 pound lean ground beef1/2 medium onion, minced1/2 cup beef stock1/3 cup corn kernels, fresh or frozen1/3 cup chopped roasted mild green chile, such as New Mexico or poblano, fresh or frozenSalt
Texas barbecue sauce
Texas Barbecue SauceThis sauce can be used with beef, pork and poultry.6 dried red New Mexican chiles, stems and seeds removed4 dried chiltepin chiles1/2 cup commercial "chili" sauce1 large onion, chopped2 cloves garlic, chopped2 tablespoons bacon dri
Texas crabgrass
Texas Crabgrass1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, melted1/2 cup chopped onion1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinac/2 pound fresh crabmeat or 1 (7 ounce) can crabmeat, drained3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheeseIn a small skillet, melt the butter and saut? the onions for 4
Canary island doughnuts
Canary Island DoughnutsThis is a San Antonio specialty.uFilling/u1 pound (about 1 large) boiled or baked sweet potato, mashed1 1/2 cups chopped toasted almonds3/4 cup granulated sugar1/4 cup milk2 tablespoons Pernod1 teaspoon anise
Texas ham loaf
Texas Ham Loaf1 pound smoked ham, ground1 tablespoon oil1 onion, chopped3/4 pound ground pork1 cup saltine cracker crumbs2 eggs1 cup milk1 tablespoon prepared yellow mustard1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce1 tablespoon cider vinegar1/4 teaspoon gro
Texas pecan nuggets
Texas Pecan Nuggets4 1/2 cups pecans, finely chopped1 3/4 cups brown sugar, loosely scooped, not packed1 cup finely grated coconut1/4 teaspoon salt2 tablespoons honey4 large egg whites1/2 teaspoon vanilla extractPreheat oven to 350 degrees F.In large
Texas red
Texas Red2 tablespoons vegetable oil2 large onions, coarsely chopped5 cloves garlic, crushed2 to 2 1/2 pounds lean boneless beef, cut into 1/2 inch cubes3 tablespoons Gebhardt® chili powder1 tablespoon paprika1 teaspoon crushed dried hot peppers2 teaspoons cum
Texas tavern burgers
Texas Tavern Burgers1 1/2 cups chopped onion3 tablespoons butter1 can tomato soup1/2 cup water1/4 cup vinegar2 tablespoons prepared mustard2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce2 tablespoons brown sugar2 pounds ground beefSalt and pepper, to tasteCo
Texas trash
Texas Trash®1/2 cup butter2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce2 teaspoons seasoned salt1 teaspoon garlic powder2 cups Rice Chex®2 cups Wheat Chex®4 ounces shoestring potatoes2 cups pretzel sticks1 cup salted nutsCombine butter, Worcestershire sauce, s
Tex-mex meatloaf for two
Tex Mex Meatloaf for Two1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chiles, drained and divided1/4 cup regular oats, uncooked1 egg2 tablespoons catsup1 teaspoon chopped onion1/4 teaspoon chili powder1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 pound ground beef1/3 cup cat
Texas tumbleweed peach cobbler
Texas Tumbleweed Peach CobblerTexas Tumbleweed was an Austin restaurant which burned several years ago.1 cup flour1 cup granulated sugar2 teaspoons baking powder1 cup milk1/2 cup (1 stick) margarine1 large can sliced peaches with syrupuTopping/u1
Wing dings
Wing DingsThese are a Texas specialty!1 cup beer1/4 cup unsulphured dark molasses1/4 cup creamy peanut butter1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce1 1/2 tablespoons chili powderJuice of 1 medium lime1/2 teaspoon dry mustard1/4 teaspoon aniseed, toasted and ground
Mariachis
MariachisThese are served in the base operations snack bar at Kelly AFB in San Antonio, Texas.10 flour tortillas6 eggs1 link Mexican chorizo sausage1/2 cup coarsely chopped green onions1/2 teaspoon ground cumin1 cup grated sharp Cheddar cheeseSalt and peppe
Texas two-step chicken picante
Texas Two Step Chicken Picante1 1/2 cups picante sauce3 tablespoons packed light brown sugar1 tablespoon Dijon style mustard4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves3 cups hot cooked riceMix picante sauce, sugar and mustard. Place chicken breasts in a 2 quart shal
Chili queen chili
Chili Queen ChiliThis is, according to the legend, one of San Antonio chili queen`s original recipe.2 pounds beef, cut into 1/2 inch cubes1 pound pork, cut into 1/2 inch cubes1/4 cup suet1/4 cup pork fat3 medium onions, chopped6 cloves garlic, minced1 quart
Tex-mex calabacita con puerco
Tex Mex Calabacita con Puerco2 tablespoons shortening3 pounds pork chops, boned and cubed3 or 4 serrano chiles, or more or less to taste1 large onion2 teaspoons whole cumin seed4 cloves garlic1/3 cup flour3 ounces squash (yellow or zucchini or Mexican