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Real Texas Chili

This classic Texas chili (no beans, no onion, no tomatoes) was created by native Houstonian Carter Rochelle, a professional fund-raiser. Former New York Times food editor Craig Claiborne once pronounced this chili his favorite and published the recipe in two of his cookbooks.Serve with pinto beans and chopped onion on the side to mix in as desired. Serve with crackers, tortilla chips, warmed flour tortillas or corn bread.3 pounds boneless beef stew meat (chuck or round)
6 ounces beef suet (hard white fat), cut into pieces (see note)
3 or 4 garlic cloves, crushed
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
4 to 6 tablespoons chili powder, or to taste
8 tablespoons Masa Harina (Mexican corn flour)
6 cups hot water
2 tablespoons vinegar
2 teaspoons instant beef bouillon or beef bouillon cubes
Red chiles, crushed or dried and chopped, to taste (optional)Remove gristle and most of fat from meat; cut into 1/2-inch or smaller cubes (some of the beef should be chipped or flaked). Place suet in large skillet or heavy kettle and render it (cook until fat melts). Skim residue off rendered suet; discard residue.Add meat to hot fat and saut? until lightly browned. Add garlic, salt, black pepper and chili powder. Mix well and let seasonings permeate meat a few minutes. Sprinkle in Masa Harina and mix, stirring rapidly until smooth. Add water, vinegar, bouillon and chilies. Reduce heat and simmer until meat is very tender; some of the meat should virtually dissolve into the chili.If chili becomes too dry while cooking, add a little water from time to time. Correct seasonings. When done, skim fat from surface. (You can refrigerate overnight and scrape hardened fat off before reheating.)Makes 6 to 8 servings.NOTE: Because of health concerns, many chili cooks substitute 1/4 cup to 1/2 cup vegetable oil or shortening for rendered beef suet, which is a highly saturated fat.

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 (Upload by user)

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 (Upload by user)

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 (Upload by user)

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 (Upload by user)

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 (Upload by user)

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 (Upload by user)

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 (Upload by user)

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 (Upload by user)

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 (Upload by user)

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 (Upload by user)
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Authentic texas border chili
Authentic Texas Border ChiliYield: 12 servings3 medium tomatoes1 large Bermuda onion, finely chopped1/4 teaspoon dried Mexican oregano2 teaspoons paprika 5 large garlic cloves, finely chopped4 pounds beef shank, coarsely ground 1 tablespoon lard, butter or (Upload by user)
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Austin fajitas
Austin FajitasSource: Braniff Destination, October 1986 An American Gumbo cookbook1 1/4 to 1 1/2 pounds skirt steak1/2 can beer1/2 cup cooking oil1 onion, thinly slicedJuice of 1 lime1 dried red pepper, crushed1 clove garlic, pressedFreshly ground pep (Upload by user)
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Fancy fajitas
Fancy FajitasSource: Braniff Destination, October 1986 Cooking Texas Style, by Candy Wagner and Sandra Marquez1 cup red wine1/2 cup oil1/2 cup red wine vinegar2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce2 cloves garlic1 teaspoon oregano1 teaspoon whole peppercorns (Upload by user)
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Texas ranch-style fajitas
Texas Ranch Style FajitasSource: Braniff Destination, October 1986 An American Folklife Cookbook, by Joan Nathan4 pounds skirt steak, or, if unavailable, flank steakJuice of 8 to 12 Mexican limes2 cloves garlic, chopped2 onions, sliced2 serrano chile peppers, min (Upload by user)
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Dr. pepper texas chocolate cake
Dr. Pepper Texas Chocolate Cake2 cups sifted all purpose flour 1 cup granulated sugar 1 cup dark brown sugar 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda 1 cup Dr. Pepper 1/2 cup chocolate chips 2 large eggs1 cup buttermilk 1 cup vegetabl (Upload by user)
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Lone star bacon and cheddar fries
Lone Star Bacon and Cheddar FriesServes 4.1 pound (3/8 inch) regular cut fries with skin on 2 ounce shredded Cheddar cheese 2 strips cooked diced bacon 3 ounces sour creamFinely chopped green onions, for garnishJalapeno peppers, for garnishDeep fry regul (Upload by user)
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