BLT Spaghetti Squash

BLT Spaghetti Squash

1 spaghetti squash, cut in half, seeds removed 2 tablespoons vegetable oil  6 slices bacon, cut into 1/4-inch strips 1 onion, diced 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved 2 cups arugula  1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese Salt and pepper Heat oven to 400F. Line a baking sheet with foil.  Drizzle cut side of squash with oil […]

Women to take podium

Women to take podium

The Dallas Opera announced guest performers and programming for the upcoming Linda and Mitch Hart Institute for Women Conductors Showcase Concert on Saturday, January 28, at 7:30 p.m. in the Margot and Bill Winspear Opera House at 2403 Flora St. in Dallas. Taking the podium are four gifted women who were previously chosen to participate […]

Trip for Cowboys got more difficult

Trip for Cowboys got more difficult

By David Mullen Guard Nick Van Exel played for six NBA teams in 13 years, primarily with the Los Angeles Lakers, Denver Nuggets and Dallas Mavericks. With the Mavs, he played in 100 games and averaged 12.7 points and 4.3 assists per game. At 6-foot-1, he was not a rebounder, averaging less than 3 rebounds […]

Lamb and Chickpea Chili

Lamb and Chickpea Chili

3 tablespoons vegetable oil  1 large onion, diced 1 jalapeño, seeded and diced  1 pound ground lamb  3 tablespoons chili powder 2 teaspoons ground cumin 1 (28-ounce) can fire-roasted crushed tomatoes 2 cups chicken stock  1 (14-ounce) can chickpeas, drained 1 tablespoon cocoa powder Salt and pepper In a Dutch oven or large saucepan over […]

Stimulating shows open new season

Stimulating shows open new season

By Becky Mayad Shades of blue representing Earth and one of Gershwin’s most iconic works are celebrated as the Lone Star Wind Orchestra (LSWO) rings in the new year with “Rhapsodies in Blue” on Sunday, Jan. 29 at 3 p.m. at the Eisemann Center, located at 2351 Performance Dr. in Richardson.  Under the direction of […]

Time isn’t the only thing you can donate

Time isn’t the only thing you can donate

By Dr. Beth Leermakers If “make a difference” is one of your New Years’ resolutions, here are several fabulous ways to support homeless animals while keeping your other resolutions.  Exercise More. Use the free app: Wooftrax: Dog Walk for Charity. Money will be donated to your favorite shelter or rescue group every time you walk […]

Cowboys’ success hinges on Dak Prescott

Cowboys’ success hinges on Dak Prescott

By David Mullen The Dallas Cowboys road to the Super Bowl begins on Monday, Jan. 16 as they face Tom Brady and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Raymond James Stadium. The once cocky Cowboys faithful, reeling after a season-ending 26-6 loss to Washington’s practice squad on January 8, are now questioning the ability of quarterback […]

Local lake constant, unchanging gem

Local lake constant, unchanging gem

White Rock Lake Weekly reader Robert Schumann submitted this photograph, writing: “Having spent my most of my life in White Rock and Casa Linda, graduated Bryan Adams Class of 1966, the lake holds fond memories. Taking my high school dates to watch the submarine races on Friday and Saturday nights, sitting in my car at […]

Harissa Roasted Sweet Potatoes

Harissa Roasted Sweet Potatoes

3 tablespoons harissa 1/3 cup vegetable oil  1 pound peeled and cubed sweet potatoes  Salt and pepper Heat oven to 425F. Line a sheet pan with parchment paper.  In a large bowl, whisk together harissa and oil. Add sweet potatoes and toss to coat. Season with salt and pepper and toss again. Spread potatoes out […]

Brass students ready for Caruth acoustics

Brass students ready for Caruth acoustics

Join SYZYGY, the premiere new music collective of SMU’s Meadows School of the Arts, on Jan. 23 at 7:30 p.m. for free performances of recent masterworks with two features for SMU’s fantastic brass students. SMU Composition student Jordan Wartell’s “With Cloud, Smoke and Fire” precedes Magnus Lindberg’s “Ottoni,” a tour de force for full orchestral […]

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