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Stalking the Elusive Cheesesteak

I love Texas. I love the people, the weather (usually – especially since I have been older) and the food of this state. I have to admit though, once in awhile I miss the foods that I learned to love … Continue reading

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Homemade Moon Pies Recipe – Orange Creamsicle Moon Pies

Moon pies are another one of those treats that you probably know very well if you grew up in the South. While Whoopie pies were making the rounds up North we were quietly (and demurely I’m sure) nibbling the chocolate … Continue reading

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All about Tri-Tip Steak and the Perfect Minimalist Rub

Tri-tip steak has just recently hit the tastebuds of the general population, although it was furtively consumed by the food illuminati for years. This particular cut of meat was usually considered scrap – used for ground meat, soups, and commercial … Continue reading

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Southern Caramel Cake with Jack Daniels

Caramel cake is a Southern specialty that you can find in almost any community or church cookbook below the Mason Dixon. Jack Daniels is a classic Southern mash whiskey and it is one of those things that finds its way … Continue reading

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Tex-Mex Meat Loaf

Meatloaf is one of those foods that people either love or hate. It can be wonderful – moist, tender, flavorful… or it can be dry, tasteless and boring. it depends more on the cook than the ingredients, really. Meatloaf is … Continue reading

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