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Author: Lanie Fioretti

My name is Lanie Fioretti and although I am not a classically trained chef or a degreed nutritionist, I have been studying food and nutrition voraciously since the early seventies. After working in public health and private practice for 22 years, I retired my dental hygiene license. I have taught cooking classes at Whole Foods and Central Market, done product development for a bakery in east Texas, catered, and been a personal chef. I usually think of myself as an improvisational cook!
Quick and Easy Gumbo

Quick and Easy Gumbo

Posted on February 9, 2025 by Lanie Fioretti

Really simple and no roux, Quick and Easy Gumbo is a delicious lunch or supper.  I used shrimp and sausage, because that’s what I had.  But use any protein you like.  Fish, all seafood, shredded chicken – all good options.  If you don’t want to hand-chop the veggies, use a food processor on the pulse…

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Fiesta Black Bean Dip

Fiesta Black Bean Dip

Posted on February 6, 2025February 6, 2025 by Lanie Fioretti

Perfect for game day, Fiesta Black Bean Dip is simple and scrumptious!  One dish and 5 ingredients, and you’ll have a perfect appetizer.  Not only does it work as a dip, but it also makes a great side dish. PrintFiesta Black Bean Dip Ingredients1 (15.1 oz can) Bush’s Sidekicks Taco Fiesta Black Beans 8 oz…

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Onion Casserole

Onion Casserole

Posted on February 6, 2025February 6, 2025 by Lanie Fioretti

I managed to over buy onions for the lodge, so we made an awesome Onion Casserole.  Absolutely everyone was crazy about it.  It’s definitely one of my go to sides now.  Easy and delicious, this is a must have for your meal rotation. PrintOnion Casserole Ingredients3 large onions, sliced into 1/4-in.-thick slices and separated into…

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Sweet Red Chili Baked Chicken

Sweet Red Chili Baked Chicken

Posted on January 30, 2025 by Lanie Fioretti

Easy and delicious, the perfect combo, for a family dinner.  With little effort, Sweet Red Chili Baked Chicken is our new favorite main dish. PrintSweet Chili Baked Chicken Ingredients1/4 cup sweet chili sauce, like Thai Kitchen 4 cloves garlic, minced or pressed 2 TBSP olive oil 2 TBSP Dijon mustard 1 TBSP balsamic vinegar All…

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Potato Bacon Quiche

Potato Bacon Quiche

Posted on November 24, 2024 by Lanie Fioretti

This gluten free main dish.  Potato Bacon Quiche, tastes very much like an upscale twice baked potato, and one of our new favorites.  Before you turn your nose up at arugula, you could use a different veggie, like spinach.  However, if you’ve never tried cooked arugula, cooking tames the bite that it has, and makes…

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