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Texas Fajitas

2 small packages skirt steak1 large onion, sliced into strips2 small green bell peppers, sliced into stripsFresh garlic cloves, chopped or crushed1 small carton sour creamSalsa or prepared guacamole1 package small or large flour tortillasLime juice (optional)Olive oil Cut skirt steaks into thin strips. Combine with onions and bell peppers. Quickly fry, tossing almost constantly, [...]

Barbecue Baked Chicken

2 to 3 pounds chicken parts, boned or not1/4 cup (1/2 stick) butter1 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup diced green bell pepper1/2 cup diced onion1/4 cup vinegar1 cup catsup1 bottle barbecue sauce Melt butter in a cast iron Dutch oven; crumble brown sugar and add to melted butter. Add onions, peppers, vinegar and catsup. Simmer [...]

Country Round Steak

1 (2 pound) round steak, cut about 1-inch thick1 cup all-purpose flour1 tablespoon shortening1 1/2 cups waterSaltPepper Cut most of the fat off the steak. Cut steak into 2-inch cubes or strips. Bread round steak pieces with flour. Place breaded pieces into a 12-inch cast iron skillet with melted shortening over medium heat. Brown quickly, [...]

Italian Roast

1 roast, any size1 clove garlic, sliced1 large onion, sliced1 cup mushrooms, sliced1 cup chili sauce1 1/2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce1 teaspoon oregano1 quart tomatoes2 basil leaves1 tablespoon Italian seasoning Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Flour roast and put garlic sections in slits of roast. Set roast into a large cast iron Dutch oven. Mix [...]

Bahamian Chicken

1 (2 1/2 to 3 1/2 pound) chicken, cut up and skinned1/2 cup (1 stick) butter1/2 cup honey3 or 4 not too ripe bananas In a cast iron skillet, melt the butter, then add the honey. Add chicken pieces. Lower the heat a bit, and cook for 20 minutes turning the chicken at least 4 [...]

Ham With Red Eye Gravy

3 slices country ham, cut 1/8 to 1/4-inch thick1/2 cup brewed coffeeBiscuits, grits or rice In a large cast iron skillet, cook ham 4 to 5 minutes per side. Transfer ham to warm platter; keep warm. Quickly add coffee to hot skillet, being careful to avoid splattering. Cook, scraping pan to remove crusty bits until [...]

Liver With Onions and Gravy

Baby beef liver, slicedFlourWaterSalt and pepper, to tasteSage, to tasteOnion, slicedVegetable oil Shake liver in bag with flour, salt, pepper and sage to season. In a cast iron skillet, fry liver and onions slowly in hot oil until done. Remove liver and pour enough water for the amount of gravy desired into skillet. Mix a [...]

Civil War Chicken

Due to the shortage of salt during the war, Southerners were compelled to use salted meat for their food. 1 whole fryer or favorite chicken piecesPepper, to taste6 slices salt meat3 tablespoons flour Split chicken down the back and place in iron skillet with 1 inch water. Pepper to taste. Place thinly sliced salt meat [...]

Red Chile, New Mexico Style

1 cup coarsely ground New Mexico red chile2 cloves garlic4 cups water1 pound chopped or finely cut beef Place chile in blender with garlic. Add water, then liquefy in blender. Cut fat off beef and fry fat in a cast iron skillet. Add beef, cut into very small pieces, and fry. When meat is done, [...]

Smothered Roast

1 (3 to 5 pound) roast1 can cream of mushroom soup1/2 cup (1 stick) butter2 to 3 cups water1 large onion, cut upSaltPepper Salt and pepper roast on each side to your taste. Place the stick of butter in a cast iron Dutch oven. Brown roast completely. Preheat oven to 325 degrees F. Add 2 [...]

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