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Lotta Cheese Cheese Burger

Lotta Cheese Cheese Burger by Patti Fisher

We got a complaint from some friends that when they go out for burgers the meat is paper thin and the cheese, if you can find any, is tasteless. We had no choice but to say “See you tomorrow, come hungry!” Everyone was happily stuffed and knew they were eating a cheese burger. They may be back again tomorrow. Not only was there 2…

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Stuffed Double Cheese Bacon Burgers

Stuffed Double Cheese Bacon Burgers by Patti Fisher

Ken made his amazing cold smoked cheese again and before Patti ate it all for snacks we decided to use some for recipes. We had been talking about stuffed burgers for awhile and these were so good. Patti stuffed them with our cold smoked mozzarella, then topped the burgers with bacon squares and smoked cheddar. Perfect. There aren’t a…

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FRYING BACON THE BEST WAY

FRYING BACON THE BEST WAY by GARY ESTESS

I KNOW I PUT THIS ONE ON BEFORE BUT I DIDN'T EXPLAIN IT VERY WELL.SOME PEOPLE PUT THEM IN DRINKS SOME PUT CHO. OR KIDS LOVE IT THAT WAY.

1 vote
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The Cajun Burger

The Cajun Burger by Patti Fisher

Patti had a hankering for Jambalaya, but Ken had to have a bacon cheese burger. So, we compromised and made a burger with our favorite Chef of the Future Cajun Seasoning on a bacon cheeseburger topped with extra large shrimp. It came out great, especially adding our bacon square. Our first ingredient in our cooking is imagination, but…

1 vote
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Stuffed Burger Dogs

Stuffed Burger Dogs by Patti Fisher

It’s the time of year for burgers and hot dogs! Hence the burger dog, but no wieners were harmed in this recipe. Patti wrapped her Cattleman’s Grill Steakhouse seasoned hamburger around a 2oz. log of extra sharp cheddar cheese, rolled it into a hot dog shape and served it on hot dog buns with our favorite hot dog condiments…which are…

1 vote
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Guacamole Tex-Mex

Guacamole Tex-Mex by Amos Miller

Super simple - fast - packs just enough punch. It will be the best you ever tasted. Bring on the cervesas, margaritas - and lots of quality tortilla chips! Just like Chipotle - but homemade!

4 votes
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Beef Fajita Best Marinade

Beef Fajita Best Marinade by Amos Miller

This is fast, simple and super delicious! You should have a very hot (very) cast iron griddle or pan to do this right. I preheat the griddle and simultaneously heat a cast iron serving dish so it goes to table with that distinctive 'sizzle'. Be sure to cut the meat, after it has rested, across the grain and as thin as you can. This…

3 votes
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Black Bean with Cilantro Spread / Dip

Black Bean with Cilantro Spread / Dip by Salad Foodie

A quick-to-fix spread/dip to serve for a party or tailgate, or use as a vegetarian lunch entree with pita bread and veggie sticks. Menu ideas abound ~ spread on roasted vegetables or grilled meat sandwiches. Serve with an open-faced grilled beef sandwich on whole-wheat bread with stir-fried vegetables and pineapple sherbet. Best…

3 votes
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Peppermint Martini

Peppermint Martini by Chef Chuck

A great cocktail!

1 vote
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Pigs In A Poncho

Pigs In A Poncho by Wendi Taylor

It's like pigs in a blanket - but faster, easier, and lighter. This can also be made by using a whole hot-dog with a full size tortilla for an even quicker treat.

1 vote
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Guacamole with Green Tomatoes

Guacamole with Green Tomatoes by Salad Foodie

A unique way to use up fall's green tomatoes. Quite tasty. If they're chopped in small dice hardly anyone will guess green tomatoes are an ingredient! Best to make ahead of serving by 30 minutes to allow flavors to "marry." Serve with tortilla chips or other southwest food fare.

2 votes
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Texas Caviar (Bean & Corn Salsa or Salad)

Texas Caviar (Bean & Corn Salsa or Salad) by Salad Foodie

If I need black-eyed peas for good luck on New Year's day, I prefer to get them in Texas Caviar....a.k.a. Cowboy Caviar.....a.k.a. Southern Caviar...a.k.a. Bean and Corn Salsa. There's as many names for this as there are variations. This makes 8 cups and serves a huge hungry crowd - think Super Bowl Sunday. It also keeps well.…

2 votes
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ESTESS SOUTH TEXAS RICE ROLL LIKE SUSHI

ESTESS SOUTH TEXAS RICE ROLL LIKE SUSHI by GARY ESTESS

I LIKE SOMETHING DIFFERENT WITH A KICK. SUSHI IS GOOD BUT I LIKE A LITTLE MEXICAN STYLE AND A SMOKER GRILL. GRILING A GOOD T BONE STAKE AND A STARTER TEXAS STYLE SUSHI. SOME PEOPLE THINK SUSHI IS FISH RAPED WITH RICE, BUT WE ARE LOOKING FOR TASTE AND ENJOYMENT AND YOU CAN ADD ANYTHING YOU WANT TO ADD. IT IS NOT HARD AS IT LOOKS.…

1 vote
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STUFFED JALAPENOS

STUFFED JALAPENOS by GARY ESTESS

WE GRILL JALAPENOS ALL YEAR AROUND THEY ARE NOT HOT UNLESS YOU WANT THEM TO BE

1 vote
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SPICY CARROTS

SPICY CARROTS by GARY ESTESS

IN TEXAS WE CUT CARROTS AT A ANGLE, THAY CAN BE USE LIKE A CHIP IF THEY ARE CRISPY IF YOU USE A LARGE CARROTS. WHEN YOU ADD PICO DE GALLO, LIKE I MAKE OR MY HOT SAUSE. I AM ON A DIET SO.

1 vote
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