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Main Dish Recipes

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    January 25, 2013

    Salads: Not Your Diet's Best Friend

    Whenever someone says they are on a diet, look for them to eat more salads. With the base of every salad being a leafy green, it's understandable why dieters migrate to the salad bar or choose a salad on a menu when dining out. But dieters, be warned -- the salad bar is not your diet's best friend. ... More >>

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    January 25, 2013

    Superbowl Recipe: Beer-Braised Pork Tostadas from Chef David Luna at Line & Lariat

    The first time I tasted chef David Luna's beer-braised pork tostada at Line & Lariat, I thought it was some of the best bar food I'd found in Houston. The pork had been braised in local brewery Karbach's Rodeo Clown and paired perfectly with the pint of Sympathy for the Lager -- also from Karbach -- ... More >>

  • Blogs

    January 21, 2013

    What's Cooking This Week? Veggie Stuffed Stromboli & More

    I love cooking for my fiancé and me, but most of the time, cooking for two proves to be difficult. If I don't make a plan, I end up running around in circles at the grocery store and wasting half the ingredient's I've bought (and I hate wasting food). Enter What's Cooking This Week - my weekly meal ... More >>

  • Blogs

    January 17, 2013

    Take-Out Fake-Outs: 5 More Favorites Lightened-Up

    We love Friday-night pizza or lazy-Sunday Thai delivery as much as the next guys -- but we can't say the same for our waistlines. Luckily, we have a few tricks up our sleeves. By remaking your favorite take-out foods at home, you can get all the pleasure...with none of the guilt. All it takes is a f ... More >>

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    January 14, 2013

    What's Cooking This Week? Chicken Paprikas, Black Bean Quesadillas & More

    I love cooking for my fiancé and me, but most of the time, cooking for two proves to be difficult. If I don't make a plan, I end up running around in circles at the grocery store and wasting half the ingredient's I've bought (and I hate wasting food). Enter What's Cooking This Week -- my weekly mea ... More >>

  • Blogs

    January 12, 2013

    Texas Tailgating: Atomic Deer Turds

    Note: This is a re-run of a post from 2008, in which former Houston Press food critic Robb Walsh shares a favorite tailgating recipe in honor of game day. Tailgaters love to stuff jalapeños with cheese (usually cream cheese) and wrap meat around them. To make "atomic buffalo turds," you stuff a ha ... More >>

  • Blogs

    January 12, 2013

    Game-Day Snacks: Buffalo Chicken Nachos

    Note: This is a re-run of a post from earlier this year, in which Eating...Our Words blogger Brooke Viggiano shares a favorite tailgating recipe in honor of game day. When it comes to game-time snacks, there's really nothing better than hot wings and nachos. ...or is there? What's the only way t ... More >>

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    January 7, 2013

    What's Cooking This Week? Turkey Sloppy Joes & More

    I love cooking for my fiancé and me, but most of the time, cooking for two proves to be difficult. If I don't make a plan, I end up running around in circles at the grocery store and wasting half the ingredient's I've bought (and I hate wasting food). Enter What's Cooking This Week - my weekly meal ... More >>

  • Blogs

    January 3, 2013

    My Favorite Birthday Meal: Chicken Paprikas

    Nothing says nostalgia like your birthday. Each year, my mom would make my brother, sister and me our favorite meals for our respective birthday dinners. I'd get super pissed when it was my sister's -- Pork Chops and Apple Sauce (though I love it now) -- and semi-excited when it was my brother's -- ... More >>

  • Blogs

    December 31, 2012

    5 Essential Foods for a Lucky, Healthy, Prosperous New Year, with Recipes

    All throughout the world, different cultures have their own way of celebrating and ushering in the New Year. (And, of course, not everyone celebrates the New Year on January 1.) And while most Texans are familiar with the idea of having a pot of black-eyed peas or Hoppin' John on New Year's Day, the ... More >>

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    December 27, 2012

    Dinner Party Meal: Short Ribs Tagliatelle

    The first time my mom made this dish, it was an experiment. At this time, we were realizing that you can mix odd ingredients together and come out with something spectacular. After religiously watching Food Network, we decided to take a whack at Giada De Laurentiis's short ribs tagliatelle dish. Bu ... More >>

  • Blogs

    December 24, 2012

    What's Cooking This Week? Christmas Eve Spinach Loaf, Savory Bread Pudding and More

    I love cooking for my fiancé and me, but most of the time, cooking for two proves to be difficult. If I don't make a plan, I end up running around in circles at the grocery store and wasting half the ingredient's I've bought (and I hate wasting food). Enter What's Cooking This Week - my weekly meal ... More >>

  • Dining

    December 20, 2012

    Where to Eat on Christmas Day

    Your stress-free dining guide to the holidays.

  • Blogs

    December 17, 2012

    What's Cooking This Week? Butternut Squash Lasagna & More

    I love cooking for my fiancé and me, but most of the time, cooking for two proves to be difficult. If I don't make a plan, I end up running around in circles at the grocery store and wasting half the ingredient's I've bought (and I hate wasting food). Enter What's Cooking This Week - my weekly meal ... More >>

  • Blogs

    December 10, 2012

    What's Cooking This Week? Latkes, Matzoh Ball Soup and More

    I love cooking for my fiancé and me, but most of the time, cooking for two proves to be difficult. If I don't make a plan, I end up running around in circles at the grocery store and wasting half the ingredient's I've bought (and I hate wasting food). Enter What's Cooking This Week: my weekly meal ... More >>

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    December 3, 2012

    What's Cooking This Week? Eggplant Gratin & More

    I love cooking for my fiancé and me, but most of the time, cooking for two proves to be difficult. If I don't make a plan, I end up running around in circles at the grocery store and wasting half the ingredient's I've bought (and I hate wasting food). Enter What's Cooking This Week - my weekly meal ... More >>

  • Blogs

    November 28, 2012

    Lightened Comfort Food: Vegetable Lasagna

    Last Christmas, my family and I made a warm, hearty lasagna for Christmas Eve. It was delicious, comforting and perfect for the cooler weather outside. You can't go wrong with a big plate of thick pasta, meaty sauce and creamy ricotta cheese. But there are some vegetarian dishes are just as good as ... More >>

  • Blogs

    November 15, 2012

    Mayo Clinic Talks Turkey: 10 Tips for Choosing & Preparing a Thanksgiving Bird

    We love Thanksgiving and its star -- the beloved turkey -- but making the perfect bird can be pretty intimidating. But fear no more: Thanks to the gang over at the Mayo Clinic, everything Turkey Day -- from selection to serving -- has been demystified. Check out these 10 Tips for Choosing & Prep ... More >>

  • Blogs

    November 14, 2012

    This Week In Food Blogs: Thanksgiving Breakfast Muffins and Elevated Burgers

    Robb Walsh: "Gustavo Arellano's oft-stated opinion that 'Tex-Mex is dying,' has been forwarded to me repeatedly by Tex-Mex enthusiasts," writes former Houston Press food critic Robb Walsh. "They think I should challenge him to a debate - or a duel. Few people seem to realize that Gustavo and I are f ... More >>

  • Blogs

    November 13, 2012

    Lightened Comfort Food: Alfredo Pasta

    One of the creamiest dishes I know is pasta with Alfredo sauce. I mean it's practically cheese, cream, butter and pasta ... that's why it is so good. As a kid, I never liked tomatoes (don't shun me; I love tomatoes now). So tomato sauce on my pasta was never an option or something I would opt for. ... More >>

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    November 12, 2012

    What's Cooking This Week? Italian-Style Bangers and Mash Plus More

    I love cooking for my fiancé and me, but most of the time, cooking for two proves to be difficult. If I don't make a plan, I end up running around in circles at the grocery store and wasting half the ingredient's I've bought (and I hate wasting food). Enter What's Cooking This Week - my weekly meal ... More >>

  • Blogs

    November 9, 2012

    Chef Chat, Part 3: Chris Williams of Lucille's and His Southern Cooking

    Chris Williams Lucille's 5512 La Branch Tel: 713-568-2505 www.lucilleshouston.com This is Part 3 of a three-part Chef Chat series. If you missed our previous posts, you can read Part 1 here and Part 2 here. This week, we've been chatting with chef Chris Williams of Lucille's, the restaurant he na ... More >>

  • Blogs

    November 8, 2012

    Chef Chat, Part 2: Chris Williams of Lucille's, On Hustling His Way Back to the States, and Southern Cooking vs. Soul Food

    Chris Williams Lucille's 5512 La Branch Tel: (713) 568-2505 www.lucilleshouston.com This is Part 2 of a three-part Chef Chat series. You can read Part 1 here and Part 3 will run in this same space on Friday. EOW: You were in Europe for about four years. What brought you back? CW: My brother. I ... More >>

  • Blogs

    November 7, 2012

    Copycat Recipe: Olive Garden's Zuppa Toscana

    While it pains me to say this, there are actually a few things that I enjoy at Olive Garden. And no, it's not their four-cheese lasagna rollatini topped with shrimp-sausage-and-asiago alfredo sauce (which, per the best commercials ever, seems to be how they top everything. I'll pass). You see, the ... More >>

  • Blogs

    November 7, 2012

    How To: Make a Hearty Bolognese Sauce

    One of the best winter meals my mom makes is a Bolognese sauce over pasta. Warm, hearty pasta is always a delicious choice when the weather cools down. But when you add a creamy, meaty, cheesy sauce over the top, you're talking my language. November is here, so it is time to start enjoying deliciou ... More >>

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    November 5, 2012

    What's Cooking This Week? Butternut Squash Mac 'N Cheese More

    I love cooking for my fiancé and me, but most of the time, cooking for two proves to be difficult. If I don't make a plan, I end up running around in circles at the grocery store and wasting half the ingredients I've bought (and I hate wasting food). Enter What's Cooking This Week - my weekly meal ... More >>

  • Dining

    November 1, 2012

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    October 30, 2012

    What's Cooking on Pinterest? Mexican Dorito Casserole

    The classic cheesy nacho chips known as Doritos have been used in various ways over the years. Most recently, Taco Bell has transformed their signature taco shell into a Dorito taco shell ... still not too sure about that one. But, this week on Pinterest, I stumbled upon a casserole dish using Dorit ... More >>

  • Blogs

    October 29, 2012

    What's Cooking This Week? Bagels, Lox and Schmear More

    I love cooking for my fiancé and me, but most of the time, cooking for two proves to be difficult. If I don't make a plan, I end up running around in circles at the grocery store and wasting half the ingredients I've bought (and I hate wasting food). Enter What's Cooking This Week -- my weekly meal ... More >>

  • Blogs

    October 26, 2012

    Game Day Snacks: Pulled Pork Sliders w/ Cider BBQ Sauce

    Football season is here! I could not be more excited to throw on a jersey, stress over my fantasy team and get a nice buzz while watching the games every weekend. But equally as important -- the food! These Pulled Pork Sliders w/ Cider Barbecue Sauce make the perfect, stress-free grub for a big cro ... More >>

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    October 25, 2012

    Butternut Squash with Pasta: A Warm and Comforting Meal

    November is right around the corner, meaning (hopefully), the weather will cool down allowing us to indulge in rich, warm meals. One of my favorite dishes to make during the fall and winter seasons is always a bowl full of comforting pasta. Probably because my mom always makes a delicious bolognese ... More >>

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    October 22, 2012

    What's Cooking This Week? Weeknight Chili & More

    I love cooking for my fiancé and me, but most of the time, cooking for two proves to be difficult. If I don't make a plan, I end up running around in circles at the grocery store and wasting half the ingredients I've bought (and I hate wasting food). Enter What's Cooking This Week - my weekly meal ... More >>

  • Blogs

    October 18, 2012

    Game Day Food: Pepperoni Pizza Monkey Bread

    Monkey bread is definitely not just for a sweet breakfast on Christmas morning. You can make it a savory treat as well. When I came across this blogger's recipe multiple times online, I just knew that it would be the perfect snack for watching a football game. Who doesn't want bites of pizza while ... More >>

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    October 15, 2012

    What's Cooking This Week? Peanut Chicken Lettuce Wraps & More

    I love cooking for my fiancé and me, but most of the time, cooking for two proves to be difficult. If I don't make a plan, I end up running around in circles at the grocery store and wasting half the ingredients I've bought (and I hate wasting food). Enter What's Cooking This Week - my weekly meal ... More >>

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    October 10, 2012

    The $20 Trader Joe's Challenge

    Editor's note: We asked five Eating Our Words bloggers to head to Trader Joe's with $20 and write about what they were able to get. We've gathered their stories together here. Katharine Shilcutt: Objective: Two meals for two for $20 My boyfriend and I hit Trader Joe's a little before 5 p.m. on a ... More >>

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    October 8, 2012

    What's Cooking This Week? Pan-Roasted Brussels Sprouts, Turkey 'P'LTs & More

    I love cooking for my fiancé and me, but most of the time, cooking for two proves to be difficult. If I don't make a plan, I end up running around in circles at the grocery store and wasting half the ingredients I've bought (and I hate wasting food). Enter What's Cooking This Week - my weekly meal ... More >>

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    October 5, 2012

    10 Dishes We're Excited About on Houston Restaurants' New Fall Menus

    Roost Bistro is one of the restaurants with an exciting fall menu. Fall means looking forward to more than just oyster season, chili cook-offs and pumpkin spice lattes at Starbucks. It means that plenty of our favorite restaurants (and, yes, bars too) across the city are issuing new seasonal menus ... More >>

  • Blogs

    October 4, 2012

    It's National Taco Day: Crock-Pot Chicken Tacos

    Happy National Taco Day! This has to be one of my favorite food holidays. Tex-Mex food and I are best friends. So, if there's an entire day dedicated to eating tacos, sign me up. In honor of this glorious food holiday, I have decided to share my brother's Crock-Pot recipe for tender, juicy and deli ... More >>

  • Blogs

    October 1, 2012

    What's Cooking This Week? Apple, Bacon, & Onion Flatbread More!

    I love cooking for my fiancé and me, but most of the time, cooking for two proves to be difficult. If I don't make a plan, I end up running around in circles at the grocery store and wasting half the ingredients I've bought (and I hate wasting food). Enter What's Cooking This Week - my weekly meal ... More >>

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    September 24, 2012

    What's Cooking This Week? Grilled Eggplant Panini, Chicken Parmigiana & More

    I love cooking for my fiancé and me, but most of the time, cooking for two proves to be difficult. If I don't make a plan, I end up running around in circles at the grocery store and wasting half the ingredients I've bought (and I hate wasting food). Enter What's Cooking This Week - my weekly meal ... More >>

  • Blogs

    September 21, 2012

    The Golden Noodle: A Mac N' Cheese Smackdown

    I should have worn my stretchy pants. I should have known better. Yet, there I found myself, trying macaroni and cheese after macaroni and cheese with no end in sight, trying harder and harder after every bite to keep a poised, lady-like posture while simultaneously using every inkling of strength t ... More >>

  • Dining

    September 20, 2012

    A Fire at the Broken Spoke

    Roy de la Garza on what's next.

  • Blogs

    September 17, 2012

    What's Cooking This Week? Seared Skirt Steak, Sweet Potato Skins & More

    I love cooking for my fiancé and me, but most of the time, cooking for two proves to be difficult. If I don't make a plan, I end up running around in circles at the grocery store and wasting half the ingredients I've bought (and I hate wasting food). Enter What's Cooking This Week - my weekly meal ... More >>

  • Blogs

    September 13, 2012

    Football Season Is Here: Game Day Food

    I'm not going to lie ... one of my favorite parts about football season is getting to cook and bake different foods to help my family and friends cheer on our team. Whether it is the Super Bowl or just a regular season game, there's always something you can whip together for everyone to munch on thr ... More >>

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    September 13, 2012

    Chef Chat, Part 2: David Grossman of Branch Water Tavern on the Restaurant's Name, Modern Cuisine, and His Epic Last Meal

    Branch Water Tavern 510 Shepherd Drive 713-863-7777 www.branchwatertavern.com This is Part 2 of a three-part chef chat series. Read Part 1 here and Part 3 in this same space on Friday. Yesterday, we chatted with Chef David Grossman about the beginnings of his rise to chef-dom. Today, he explains t ... More >>

  • Blogs

    September 10, 2012

    What's Cooking This Week? Honey BBQ Chicken & More

    I love cooking for my fiancé and me, but most of the time, cooking for two proves to be difficult. If I don't make a plan, I end up running around in circles at the grocery store and wasting half the ingredients I've bought (and I hate wasting food). Enter What's Cooking This Week - my weekly meal ... More >>

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    September 3, 2012

    What's Cooking This Week? Gourmet Grilled Cheese & More

    I love cooking for my fiancé and me, but most of the time, cooking for two proves to be difficult. If I don't make a plan, I end up running around in circles at the grocery store and wasting half the ingredients I've bought (and I hate wasting food). Enter What's Cooking This Week -- my weekly meal ... More >>

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    August 27, 2012

    What's Cooking This Week? Vodka Sauce, Spinach Salad & More

    I love cooking for my fiancé and me, but most of the time, cooking for two proves to be difficult. If I don't make a plan, I end up running around in circles at the grocery store and wasting half the ingredients I've bought (and I hate wasting food). Enter What's Cooking This Week -- my weekly mea ... More >>

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    August 20, 2012

    What's Cooking This Week? Caprese Baguettes, Grilled Shrimp & More

    I love cooking for my fiancé and me, but most of the time, cooking for two proves to be difficult. If I don't make a plan, I end up running around in circles at the grocery store and wasting half the ingredients I've bought (and I hate wasting food). Enter What's Cooking This Week -- my weekly meal ... More >>

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