We are always attracted to anything that elevates ordinary to extraordinary while at the same time making sure that every recipe we put on these pages can actually be prepared in a typical home kitchen. And of course we love to add a bit of Texas flair to a menu.
Author: Dan Acree
Lemon Curd Tart
Thick, tangy, and very rich lemon curd is a standard table companion of any classic tea party. You’ll have to pay close attention while cooking to keep whisking. Your curd will be wonderfully smooth that way. Lemon curd can be served as a spread for scones or toast, and goes well with tea at any time of day. It is also wonderful as a filling in trifles, tarts, sponge and cakes. This recipe for for use in a small pastry shell as a tart.
Self Check-Out
At first sight I was drawn to her shiny stainless steel outfit and fascinated by the colorful screen—blinking at me like some come hither siren, Then her voice. “Welcome to Albertson’s where check out is fast and easy.
Too Bare
I was very disappointed to receive my copy of the July/August Issue and find several inappropriate pictures
FAQ
Explain this to me. Sometimes we receive your magazine, sometimes we don’t. When we do it has a label that says “Complimentary Issue.”
Hawk on the Wing
It is wildlife lovers like Steve Armstrong, (Birds of Prey, July/August Issue) who are the most ardent protectors of wild species.
Stairway to Heaven
Thank you for your article on the condos (Diamond Pointe) at Lake Texoma. Since the day they started putting it up I have wanted to get a peek inside. Wow!
Small World
I met Becky and Linda about ten years ago. One of them lived in Pagosa Springs (about two hours from here) and I took a class they put on through our local quilting guild.
Soulful Confession
From the first time I got my hands on Texoma Living! I have loved it. And couldn’t wait for the next issue. (In fact I place it in the same league as Texas Highways and Texas Monthly.)
Warren Leruth: Genius in the Kitchen
Leruth thought there was a need for a place where businessmen could conduct transactions in relative privacy, where the globehopping air force officers from Perrin could romance their ladies, where young lawyers could see and be seen, and where doctors and their wives could spend a quiet evening away from endless demands.