November 1994
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Features
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The Best Pecan Pie on Earth
This Thanksgiving recipe has been my family’s secret for four generations. Now it can be told.
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Black and White World
Life as it really was in Texas’ African American community, as seen through the eyes of almost forgotten photographers.
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Hard Times For Henry
Hounded by his ex-lover in Lubbock, pounded by his enemies in Washington, Henry Cisneros is in trouble—and its all on tape.
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The Seduction of Jane Doe
When a teacher romances a student, are school officials to blame? That’s the crux of a case that began in the small town of Taylor and ended up in the U.S. Supreme court.
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Sympathy for The Devils
Riding the rapids of Texas’ last major unpolluted river is dangerous enough. But trample the private property around it and you could really get hurt.
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Disarmed and Dangerous
With the end of the cold war, the Pantex nuclear facility is dismantling its bombs. Will nearby Amarillo’s environment and economy get blown to pieces?
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The Sins Of the Father
Is Charles Voyd Harrelson a natural-born killer? His move star son, Woody, isn’t sure—but I am.
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Columns
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Jungle Fever
Glimpses of jaguars, toucans, and black orchids reward the intrepid traveler in the unspoiled wilds of Belize.
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Stuck in the Middle
Shut out by the left, distrusted by the right, shunned by voters obsessed with change: What’s a conservative Democrat to do?
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Sense and Sensuality
Cythina Allen’s course in romantic relations is half etiquette lesson, half ego boost for insecure men.
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Sea Change
Unchecked growth of microscopic algae has muddied the water—and threatened the future—of Laguna Madre.
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Reporter
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Arrested Development
In a popular TV show two wise-cracking Houston cops turn real busts into slapstick.
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Tiny Matters
Dallas’ James Burnett is single-handedly resurrecting the fortunes of his has-been idol, Tiny Tim.
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Bud Wet
Now that his plan for a new domed stadium has been foiled, the testy Houston Oilers owner ponders his next move.
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Web
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Venison in Pistachio-Cranberry Sauce
Venison 24 ounces venison filet, either backstrap or loin (pork loin may be used) 2 tablespoons vegetable oil Salt and pepper to taste Remove all membrane from meat and cut into 12 medallions. Rub with oil, salt, and pepper. Grill until medium-rare, being careful not to overcook. Pistachio-Cranberry Sauce 3/4 cup dried cranberries 2 cups …
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Wild Rice With Pecans and Sun-dried Tomatoes
1 teaspoon butter 1/4 medium onion, chopped 2 cups cooked wild rice 1/2 cup chopped pecans 8 to 10 sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (do not use type preserved in oil) 1/4 cup water Salt and pepper to taste In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat and cook onion until translucent. Add rice, pecans, tomatoes, …
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Pistachio-Cranberry Sauce
3/4 cup dried cranberries 2 cups white wine (such as Chardonnay) 2 shallots, roughly chopped 1/2 teaspoon roughly chopped garlic 1 1/8-inch slices ginger root 2 to 4 mesquite-smoked jalapeños, seeded, available from Stonewall Chili Pepper Company (800-232-2995) or in specialty stores; or canned chipotle chiles, rinsed and seeded 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar 1 …
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Miscellany
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State Fare
Venison is the name of the game in this stylish take on a Texas classic from Hunter’s Moon in Fredericksburg. Partners and chefs Cynthia Castleberry and Alan Hirsch embellish the lean meat with a lush demiglace-based sauce incorporating cranberries, pistachios, ginger, and sherry. The final kick comes from the judicious addition of fiery mesquite-smoked jalapeños. …