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Brian Theis
Sep 22, 20221 min read
Arden Farms Cookbook
This one is a gem of my vintage cookbook collection. It is undated, but based on the illustrations, photography and typefaces I'm going...
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Brian Theis
Sep 11, 20221 min read
Carolers' Wassail Punch
From "The Infinite Feast: How to Host the Ones You Love—Recipes from the Big Easy . . . and Beyond" by Brian Theis, 2020 Click here for...
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Brian Theis
Aug 18, 20222 min read
Easy as Frito Pie
"Ay-yi-yi-yi, I am the Frito Bandito..." It's hard to be sure whether the Frito pie was invented in Texas or New Mexico, but c'mon guys,...
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Brian Theis
Jun 30, 20221 min read
The Julie Andrews Cocktail
July 8, 2021 Cocktail of the Week from seattlerefined.com: The Julie Andrews! Rum Punch. Quite satisfactory. * hic * The Julie Andrews...
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Brian Theis
Jun 16, 20221 min read
Tabasco Green Pepper Sauce
Presenting, the green pepper sauce ambrosia I put on everything! I may love Crystal and Texas Pete best when it comes to traditional...
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Brian Theis
Mar 31, 20221 min read
Seven Layer Dip for a Crowd
Presenting . . . my "Seven Layer Dip for a Crowd," from the "Fiesta Mexicana" chapter of The Infinite Feast. I use store-bought salsa and...
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Brian Theis
Mar 31, 20221 min read
Ashley's Mexican Menu Magic
This great little cookbooklet is a fantastic source of Mexican recipe ideas, even though you can't get Ashley's products anymore....
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Brian Theis
Mar 24, 20222 min read
Malibu Hummus
And the winner is . . . Malibu Hummus! Perfect for nibbles at your upcoming Oscar Party, or anytime! This one ALWAYS gets five stars from...
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Brian Theis
Nov 3, 20211 min read
Oprah's Kale and Farro Soup
You get a bowl of soup! Recipe below from Tasting Table, and right here, in its entirety! Oprah's Kale and Farro Soup Makes 6 to 8...
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Brian Theis
Nov 2, 20212 min read
"Souped Up" Tips 'n Tricks!
It's easy to make a great pot of soup, if you follow some of these sensible, simple steps. 1. Don't oversalt! Broths, stocks, other...
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Brian Theis
Oct 21, 20211 min read
Vincent Price's Crocodile Cucumber
Vincent Price, spook-tacular star of thrilling, chilling cinematic fame, was also a major foodie and chef. I came across his recipe for...
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Brian Theis
Jul 7, 20212 min read
Cocktail Franks with Luau King Sweet 'n Sour Sauce
Who said gracious entertaining is dead? Not when there are cocktail wieners on the summer party menu! A highlight of the Polynesian Party...
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Brian Theis
Jul 1, 20211 min read
Patio Picnic Cook Book
From the Patio Picnic Cook Book, Martha Logan, Swift & Company, 1958. This 1958 gem is chock full of tasty ideas. Inspiration for the BBQ...
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Brian Theis
Jun 30, 20212 min read
My Cheeseball ‘Tis of Thee!
Oh say can you see? There’s nothing better for Fourth of July munchin’ than a great big patriotic cheese ball! This delicious recipe is...
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Brian Theis
Jun 24, 20211 min read
Just a Mouthful, 1975
This cookbook is a bit outside my usual "period" (1945-1965) but I like it for it's homegrown appeal and for author Betty Ramsey's down...
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Brian Theis
Jun 21, 20212 min read
Pigs on the Patio!
Necessity is the mother of pigs—I mean invention! I couldn’t get crescent rolls or cocktail-sized franks so I improvised these pigs in a...
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Brian Theis
Jun 3, 20211 min read
Hawaiian Party Book!
Aloha! Time for a luau! We got Hawaiian vocabulary, menus, decorations, cocktails!, appetizers, salads, even Chinese dishes! Here's a...
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Brian Theis
Apr 8, 20211 min read
To a King's Taste, 1952
Beloved Mardi Gras-themed family recipes compiled by Louisiana's National Society of the Colonial Dames of America. I'm bringing you the...
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Brian Theis
Apr 8, 20211 min read
Luscious Liptauer Cheese Party Dip!
One bite and you’ll be hungry for more of this Hungarian delight. A new test kitchen recipe not in my cookbook! Party hearty with my...
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Brian Theis
Apr 8, 20212 min read
When it's Time for Cocktails
Excerpted from "The Infinite Feast: How to Host the Ones You Love—Recipes from the Big Easy . . . and Beyond" by Brian Theis, 2020 Click...
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