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December 1, 1983

The Texas Food Manifesto

Fie on the cilantro fad, greaseless barbecue, and indiscriminate mesquite-grilling. Let’s hear it for Frito pie, catfish plates, and other gems of Texas’ true cuisine

Libations|
April 30, 1983

The Bar Bar

It’s a noble institution, especially if you can master all its subtle skills: not being there, the second call, holding forth, and another thing...

Food & Drink|
February 1, 1983

Tea for Texas

Can Texans be won over to the antique tradition of tea and little sandwiches in the afternoon? Dallas’ and Houston’s new gilded hotels are counting on it.

Food & Drink|
September 30, 1979

Cutups

Can’t hull a strawberry? Can’t boil an egg? Can’t wash leafy vegetables? Relax. Help is on the way.

Recipes|
May 31, 1979

White Wine Gazpacho

Combat the long hot summer with gazpacho, the coolest thing that ever happened to a tomato.2 cups dry white wine 1 teaspoon coriander seeds, bruised 1/2 teaspoon black peppercorns, bruised 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil, or 1 teaspoon dried 2 large bay leaves 1/2 teaspoon finely chopped garlic 6 cups

Recipes|
May 31, 1979

My Gazpacho

Combat the long hot summer with gazpacho, the coolest thing that ever happened to a tomato.Gazpacho4 ripe tomatoes, cored and peeled 2 garlic cloves, peeled 1 small onion, coarsely chopped 1 carrot, coarsely chopped 1 cucumber, peeled and coarsely chopped 1 green pepper, seeded and coarsely chopped 2 sprigs fresh

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May 31, 1979

Gazpacho Ajo Blanco

Combat the long hot summer with gazpacho, the coolest thing that ever happened to a tomato.Gazpacho1 1/3 cups blanched almonds 2 large garlic cloves 1 teaspoon salt 5 thin slices, or 1 medium-size roll, French or Italian bread (crusts removed, soaked in water, then squeezed thoroughly) 2 to 3 tablespoons

Recipes|
May 31, 1979

Gazpacho Andaluz

Combat the long hot summer with gazpacho, the coolest thing that ever happened to a tomato.Gazpacho6 tomatoes, very ripe, cored and quartered 1 cucumber, peeled and coarsely chopped 1 green pepper, seeded and coarsely chopped 1 small onion, peeled and quartered 2 medium garlic cloves, peeled 5 thin slices, or

Libations|
February 1, 1979

The Best Little Margarita In Texas

From Requiem for a Margarita.1/2 ounce of Triple Sec (1 tablespoon)1 ounce of fresh lime juice 1 1/2 ounces of light tequilaMaking the best margarita in town—at home—is not a matter of money. It does not depend on buying the best tequila or substituting classy Cointreau for the cheaper

Recipes|
September 30, 1978

Spanokopita

Lettuce Entertain You Menu 3 Houmos Cream of Raw and Cooked Mushroom Soup Spanokopita Bavarian Crème au Café2 pounds fresh spinach or 2 12-ounce packages frozen spinach 1 pound filo dough (or strudel dough, available at most specialty stores) 1 Tbsp butter 1 Tbsp olive oil

Recipes|
September 30, 1978

Cream of Raw and Cooked Mushroom Soup

Lettuce Entertain You Menu 3 Houmos Cream of Raw and Cooked Mushroom Soup Spanokopita Bavarian Crème au Café7 cups vegetable stock 1 1/2 pounds fresh mushrooms 3 Tbsp butter 1/4 cup finely minced onion 3 Tbsp unbleached white or whole wheat pastry flour 2 cups milk

Recipes|
September 30, 1978

Houmos

Lettuce Entertain You Menu 3 Houmos Cream of Raw and Cooked Mushroom Soup Spanokopita Bavarian Crème au Café2 cups cooked garbanzos 1/3 cup sesame tahini 2 cloves garlic 1/4 cup lemon juice 1/4 cup olive oil salt to tastePuree all ingredients in a blender and salt

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September 30, 1978

Oranges Grand Marnier

Lettuce Entertain You Menu 4Garlic Soup Black Bean Enchiladas Oranges Grand Marnier4 oranges, peeled and sliced crosswise and membranes removed 1/4 to 1/2 cup Grand Marnier 2 to 3 Tbsp slivered almonds 3 to 4 Tbsp chopped fresh mintToss the orange slices with the mint and Grand

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September 30, 1978

Black Bean Enchiladas

Lettuce Entertain You Menu 4Garlic Soup Black Bean Enchiladas Oranges Grand MarnierBeans 2 Tbsp safflower or vegetable oil 1 onion, chopped 4 cloves garlic, minced 2 cups black beans 6 cups water 1 Tbsp salt 2 Tbsp cilantro 1 Tbsp cumin 1 Tbsp chili powderWash the beans

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September 30, 1978

Garlic Soup

Lettuce Entertain You Menu 4Garlic Soup Black Bean Enchiladas Oranges Grand Marnier2 heads garlic 2 quarts water or stock 2 tsp salt 2 whole cloves 1/4 tsp sage 1/4 tsp thyme 4 sprigs parsley 1 bay leaf 2 Tbsp olive oil black pepper to taste 3 egg

Recipes|
September 30, 1978

Pears Poached in Red Wine

Lettuce Entertain You Menu 1A Different Onion SoupSpinach TimbalePears Poached in Red Wine2 cups red wine1/4 cup crème de cassis1/2 cup raisinsstick of cinnamon1/2 cup honey4 pears, sliced, coredwhipped creamslivered almondsSimmer the wine, crème de cassis, raisins, cinnamon, and honey together for 5 to 10 minutes. Add

Recipes|
September 30, 1978

Spinach Timbale

Lettuce Entertain You Menu 1A Different Onion Soup Spinach Timbale Pears Poached in Red Wine2 pounds fresh spinach or 2 12-ounce packages frozen spinach 1 Tbsp butter salt and ground pepper to taste pinch of nutmeg 1 cup whole wheat bread crumbs 1/2 cup finely chopped

Recipes|
September 30, 1978

Strawberry-Cassis Sherbet

Recipe from Lettuce Entertain You.3 egg whites1/3 cup water3/4 cup honey3 cups pureed strawberries1/4 cup lemon juice1/2 cup crème de cassisGrand Marnier (optional)Beat the egg whites until stiff. Boil the water and honey in a large, heavy-bottomed saucepan for several minutes over medium heat, being careful not to burn. Dribble

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September 30, 1978

Deep-Dish Pizza

Lettuce Entertain You Menu 4PistouDeep-Dish PizzaStrawberry-Cassis SherbetCrust1 cup whole wheat pastry flour1/2 cup unbleached white flour1/2 cup wheat germ1 stick plus 2 Tbsp butter, or use half wheat germ oil margarine and half butter1/2 tsp salt3 to 4 Tbsp ice-cold water1 egg white for egg washStir together

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September 30, 1978

Pistou

Lettuce Entertain You Menu 4 Pistou Deep-Dish Pizza Strawberry-Cassis SherbetPistou 2 Tbsp olive oil 1 large onion, chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced 2 quarts water 1 potato diced 1 carrot, chopped 1/2 cup navy beans, soaked in water overnight and drained 3 cubes vegetable bouillon (optional) 2

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September 30, 1978

Bavarian Creme au Cafe

Lettuce Entertain You—Menu 3 Houmos Cream of Raw and Cooked Mushroom Soup Spanokopita Bavarian Crème au Café2 Tbsp plain unflavored gelatin 1/2 cup strong coffee in a small bowl or pan 3/4 cup honey 8 egg yolks in a heavy-bottomed saucepan 1 1/2 cups milk in a

Recipes|
July 31, 1978

Knockwurst Wieners

All kids like frankfurters, but many parents are uneasy about the ingredients in store-bought wieners. Here is a simple recipe that will please all parties. Two people can complete the procedure in 45 minutes. These sausages won’t be as pink as the purchased variety because they contain no nitrates. If

Recipes|
July 31, 1978

Garlic Sausage

This recipe is one of several featured in the article The Missing Link by Linda West Eckhardt [Dining In, August 1978].French bistros in New York have lately offered as an appetizer saucisson a l’ail, a hearty garlic sausage. The french stuff them into large beef casings, but you may use

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July 31, 1978

Bratwurst

Another excellent summertime sausage is bratwurst, a traditional German sausage, light in color and delicate in taste.2 1/2 lbs lean veal 2 1/2 lbs lean pork 2 t dried sage 3 t salt 1 t white pepper 1 1/2 cups water 1 cup white bread crumbs 1/2 cup milkCombine meats

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