Recipes & Stories

Discover Sibby’s favorite recipes, stories, and Hill Country finds—where food, culture, and life intersect.

  This is such a quick and simple cake to whip up for a summer evening supper. Serve it with fresh berries, or serve it with homemade jam. The original

  Such a typical Texas Hill Country Breakfast, made even more authentic with the Ranchero Red Sauce. I'm teaching a class this summer on canning this sauce (sign up!) so

From biking to swimming to horseback riding and everything in between, the Texas Hill Country is the perfect place to connect with nature.

  This is the perfect winter supper for company, Tuesday nights and leftovers! The prep is quick and easy, the cook is long and slow but for the most part,

Whether you’re looking to relax with a glass of wine, savor some local spirits, or just enjoy the open road, here are some of my favorite spots to experience the

  Here's my favorite Sugar Cookie Recipe that I have posted before, but it bears repeating, cause they're that good, and easy, and delicious. And perfect for a Valentine's Day

Strawberry Gelato

Fresh Strawberry Gelato makes about 1 quart   3/4 cup sugar 1 tablespoon cornstarch 1 cup milk 3/4 cup cream 2 1/4 cups sliced and stemmed strawberries 2 tablespoons pomegranate

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Lemon Souffle

  Lemon Soufflés makes 5 2 tablespoons granulated sugar 2 cups lemon curd, divided use 2 tablespoons flour 1/8 teaspoon salt 4 egg whites, room temp 1/8 teaspoon cream of

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Valentine Sugar Cookies

    Valentine’s Day Sugar Cookies!  After my years at the bakery, it just doesn’t feel like a sweet heart day unless I bake some of these wonderful cookies. They

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