Hello my friends—Chef Blondie here! If you love retro recipes with a modern flair, you’re in for a treat. In our latest video, Sous Chef Fuzzy and I dive into Betty Crocker Lost Recipes and cook up a 1950s classic: Texas Hash. This one-skillet wonder brings hearty comfort with a spicy kick and just the right amount of nostalgia.
🧄 Making Texas Hash Our Way
Here at Serendipity Farmhouse, we honor tradition but aren’t afraid to spice things up. I swapped vegetable oil for healthy avocado oil, tossed in fresh garlic from our garden, and added a bold jalapeño for that signature Texas heat. These small tweaks turn a beloved classic into a dish that’s vibrant, flavorful, and just a bit rebellious.
🔥 Why This Recipe Works for Hot Weather Cooking
Skip the oven and keep your kitchen cool—this hash is made entirely on the stovetop, perfect for summer days or cozy RV kitchens. With sautéed onions, bell peppers, seasoned ground beef, rice, and tomatoes, it’s a full meal in one pan. Less mess, less fuss, and loads of flavor.
🥩 Ingredients That Matter
We believe good food starts with good sourcing:
- Lean grass-fed beef from Reality Farm
- Garden-fresh garlic and jalapeños
- Avocado oil for a cleaner burn and better nutrition
These ingredients don’t just taste great—they reflect our commitment to farmhouse values and wholesome cooking.
📺 Watch, Cook, and Customize
I walk you through every step in the video—from chopping veggies to the final simmer. It’s easy, adaptable, and open to your own twists. Want it milder? Skip the jalapeño. Craving more spice? Add another! That’s the magic of vintage recipes—they invite you to make them your own.
💬 Join the Conversation
Do you have a treasured retro recipe or a Betty Crocker memory? I’d love to hear it! Leave a comment below or share your own culinary throwback. Cooking connects us to the past, to each other, and to the joy of creating something meaningful in the kitchen.
▶️ Watch the Full Recipe Video
Don’t miss our Texas Hash adventure! Hit play to see how this vintage gem comes to life with a modern twist:
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 cup chopped onion
- 1 cup chopped green bell pepper
- 1b lean (at least 80%) ground beef
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice
- 1-2 jalapeño peppers (optional)
- 1-2 cloves garlic (optional)
- 1½ teaspoons chili powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ⅛ teaspoon pepper
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
Instructions
- In 10-inch nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat.
- Add onion and bell pepper; cook about 5 minutes or until very tender, stirring occasionally.
- Add ground beef; cook 8 to 10 minutes or until beef is thoroughly cooked, stirring occasionally.
- Drain fat from skillet if necessary.
- Stir in water, rice, chili powder, salt, pepper and tomatoes.
- Reduce heat; cover and simmer about 20 minutes or until rice is tender, stirring occasionally.
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