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"While I lived in Texas, I studied barbecue. I'm not just talking about eating it. I studied it, it's a complex art that involves more than just meat and fire.

I worked at one of the Texas Hill Country's finest barbecue establishments. I started as a server and eventually worked my way up assistant pit master.

When..."

Ingredients: ground cumin, coriander...

"The cornmeal, smokey bacon flavor and Parmesan cheese make this recipe a bit different. This was my Dad's favorite.. he loved it served with cornbread!"

Ingredients: chives, cornmeal, bacon fat...

"I used to saute onions and fresh jalapenos to top our grilled cheeseburgers. Not any more! I mix the chopped fresh jalapenos, onions and shredded cheddar right into the hamburger patties. Oh, my. To complete the flavor attack you could add slices of crispy bacon to the pile....your choice!"

Ingredients: pepper, fresh jalapeno peppers...

"A savory rib roast with Burgundy gravy based on a recipe from McCall’s Cooking School, page #47 under Meat. The intro says, “This rib roast is truly American fare! Three ribs thick, it is the richest, most juicy and tender of the beef cuts. We think it is best when roasted to medium-rare and served with rich brown Burgundy Gravy. If desired,..."

Ingredients: pepper, dried basil leaves...