We love good refried beans as a side, in burritos, on nachos, in casseroles………. So, I decided to make the best refrieds that I could imagine. And if the response to my latest recipe is any indication, even people that don’t particularly like refried beans, get seconds of Beefy Refried Beans. Beef, dairy, and bacon…
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!
Biscuit Bacon Breakfast Casserole
Hunting season has started, which means I’m back to work. The first morning, I ended up with some biscuits that were a little hard, but not overcooked. I had them on the warmer, a little too long! So, I decided remaking them into a new recipe could be in order. And I have to say,…
Honey Cinnamon Fried Bananas
Eaten alone or with granola, pancakes, waffles, yogurt, ice cream, or cake, Honey Cinnamon Fried Bananas are a yummy treat. If you like cooked bananas, another simple and delicious recipe is: bake fairly green bananas, in their skin, until they turn black, 350 oven; remove to plate, split open lengthwise, top with marshmallow cream; scoop…
Caprese Caesar Salad
Our new summer meal addition is Caprese Caesar Salad. It has a bit of deliciousness for everyone’s taste. There’s not much of a recipe, other than some assembly. You can certainly make your own Caesar salad, or use a pre-packaged variety. PrintCaprese Caesar Salad Ingredients1 large clove garlic, peeled and cut in half 2-4 TBSP…
Bacon Boursin Pasta
I hate to admit that I dream of pasta, and the hundreds of ways to prepare it! It’s always a great quick meal. And we still believe that Boursin makes most things better. So, Bacon Boursin Pasta is our new life changing meal! It’s scrumptious, not too rich, and really quick to make. Next time…