Stephanie Frazier
KLTV 7 Features Reporter/Digital Content Producer
East Texas
Stephanie Hill-Frazier is known to viewers as “Mama Steph." She shares recipes she develops especially for viewers during Tuesday mornings on East Texas News Midday in her segment, “Mama Steph on East Texas Kitchen.” She also writes feature stories, as well as news, as part of the KLTV digital team.
Stephanie was raised in Northwest Florida in a small beach community. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in English education at The University of West Florida in Pensacola.
After teaching middle school English in Pensacola for several years, Mama Steph stayed home to raise three sons. The family moved to East Texas in 1998, where she began food writing on her blog, InMamaStephsKitchen.com. That blog caught the eye of producers at KLTV, and that began her relationship with the KLTV news family.
Along with cooking, Stephanie enjoys photography and rescuing English Mastiffs.
I recently visited Maui to stay with my son and daughter-in-law who live there. We enjoyed a wonderful visit and lots of local food while I was there. Hawaii has a unique cuisine featuring fresh seafood, fruits and vegetables. But this recipe is one that was developed because it could be made with shelf-stable ingredients when food was more scarce: macaroni salad.
This week on East Texas Kitchen Pickin’, Jeff shows some picks that came from the early part of the 20th century.
If you’re ready for something fruity, cold and deliciously refreshing, this alcohol-free sangria is a great option.
This light, delicious salad will be a great addition to your spring and summer meals.
This simple recipe lets the individual fresh flavors shine through. Serve this salad with your grilled meat or fish in the summertime. It’s the perfect complement for it!
If you need a quick, tasty, or healthy dinner idea, this recipe has you covered. The slight heat from the cayenne, the zestiness from the lime, and the reliable flavor of garlic make this a great tasting dinner in a hurry for yourself and your family.
There’s nothing better in the summer than fresh produce, and nothing better for your body, either. This salad gives you all the benefits of these healthy, fresh ingredients with so much delicious flavor that you will forget how healthy you’re eating.
With these recipes, you can show dad you care about him by creating something with your own hands. Try to get kids involved in the easier tasks, as well. It’ll mean even more that way!
This recipe is a quick, easy supper idea that you can make in less than 30 minutes!
Jeff and Mrs. Picker made a day after a trip to Dallas to do some sourcing on the way back to East Texas. In this episode of Kitchen Pickin', we take a look at what they found.
This week on Kitchen Pickin’, Jeff brings a unique item that he found twice in the same day.
This chicken salad is so flavorful, has an amazing texture because of the addition of crisp celery, tart dried cranberries, and a nice dressing combination. You can substitute ingredients as you wish; make it your own.
If you’re considering jumping into the world of picking, it’s important you are careful with the risks. We can talk all day about what to watch for (BOLO) but understand all of these only matter if the price is right. We buy certain brands automatically if they’re a dollar or less and sometimes we’re wrong about them. But when we are, we’re only out a dollar. Here are four brands we picked up this week that are worth getting if they are a dollar or less.
This week on East Texas Kitchen Pickin’, Jeff digs deep to find the kitchen connection.
This scrumptious chicken skillet supper is incredibly easy to make, with just a few fresh ingredients to create a wonderful, quick supper in under 30 minutes.
Mama Steph is joined by Casie Buck, the owner of Oaklea Mansion Bed and Breakfast in Winnsboro, to share some ideas for you to consider when making Mother’s Day special for whomever you’re celebrating.
This is one of those pretty and delicious desserts that it’s nice to have on hand for holidays like Valentine’s Day, Mother’s or Father’s Day, and that sort of thing. They’re light, taste lovely, and they only take a few minutes and a little effort to create.
This week on Kitchen Pickin’, Jeff is surprised with the value of a small item.
Fresh broccoli and chopped pecans add crunch to the creamy, farfalle-based pasta salad, while grapes add just a touch of sweetness. Finish it all with some crumbled bacon slices for a salty contrast to the grapes. Enjoy!
We Southerners tend to love a nice, spicy condiment to pour over cream cheese and eat with crackers. Jezebel sauce is a Southern treat that isn’t as well known as it used to be, so I thought I’d bring it back today. Here’s the recipe.
If you’re like so many others in the spring, you’re craving fresh, delicious salads. The only problem is that this time of year, East Texas tomatoes aren’t ready quite yet. To satisfy that tomato craving until locals ones are ready, I use sweet, juicy grape or cherry tomatoes from the grocery store in a recipe like this, and it really is wonderful.
This week on East Texas Kitchen Pickin’, Jeff brings a table runner that impresses everyone, plus a throwback to everyone’s favorite Christmas comedy.
McLane said that authorities have stated the river isn’t expected to crest until this coming weekend, at 37 feet, which could be dangerous for people living in certain areas near the river.
Some of you were asking for more comfort food for a cold, rainy day, so Mama Steph is giving you just that.
There’s not much better than a good, old-fashioned deviled egg. It’s fun to try variations on this favorite, and I’ve had some success with different combinations. This one is simple and delicious, and I hope you’ll try it.
This week on East Texas Kitchen Pickin’, Jeff shows off some finds from an estate sale over Easter weekend.
This week on East Texas Kitchen Pickin’, Jeff has one pick he has no intention of selling.
This past weekend, the weekend following Spring Break, may be the final “slow” yard sale weekend before the dog days of summer.
This is a favorite soup of mine, and I shared it once several years ago. It’s time to update the recipe with new instructions and video to make sure you can make this on your busiest weeknights or your laziest weekends. Either way, you’re going to be glad you tried this delicious soup.
The New London School explosion took hundreds of lives of children and teachers, and to this day, it is the worst school disaster in U.S. History. Read the story and hear what survivors have told KLTV over the years.
When you start craving crunchy, flavorful vegetables, this salad will satisfy your tastebuds and energize your body. Like I always say, the more colors you see in your food, the more nutrition there is in it, and this salad has lots of beautiful color.
This is a delicious twist on the usual (and also delicious) banana pudding.
Some recipes take us back in time to childhood; for me, this no-bake cookie recipe does just that. They remind me of the no-bake cookies we were served in my elementary school classroom, only a little bit better, if you can even imagine. Give them a try; no oven needed!
William Barker, who attends Tyler Legacy High School, is a junior, and he achieved that perfect score of 36, according to Tyler ISD. For perspective, fewer than 0.18 percent of students who take the ACT earn a top score.
The stolen vehicle was located a short time later, but the man is still at large. He was wearing a dark colored hoodie, dark colored jeans, and black shoes.
The Smith County Sheriff’s Office held its annual banquet on Tuesday to recognize exceptional performance from across the ranks. KLTV anchor Blake Holland was honored to emcee the event this year to participate in recognizing these public servants for the hard work they do.
The board had a specially-called meeting on Monday night, and unanimously selected Brian Aiken. Aiken is currently the Assistant Superintendent at Crockett ISD.
Newton has been found safe.
Every week on the sourcing front is an opportunity to learn and this week Jeff learned a certain magazine may be a BOLO.
Here’s a flavorful, comforting, and quick cooking soup recipe that I think you’ll love.
This recipe is so simple to make, and the taste and texture are superior to a boxed mix, if you can spare 10 minutes to make it.
Audrii Cunningham, is described as white, wearing a black hoodie with white lettering, black pants and black high-top tennis shoes. She was carrying a camo backpack.
An Amber Alert was issued Thursday for an 11-year-old girl in Livingston, Texas.
Whether you’re craving a spicy snack or you want something to share with a group at the big game, this delicious, creamy dip will curb the craving.
If you are looking for a tasty and easy to prepare recipe for watching football, or just for something different for you weeknight supper, this may be just what you’re looking for!
They found that the employees were living inside Lufkin Massage. One woman was arrested for prostitution.
This week, Jeff got quite the Christmas haul at an estate sale. And it came with some interesting kitchen items.
