The asparagus has started producing, and we’re getting at least 4 or 5 spears a day. I swear you could watch them grow. We love roasted asparagus, but this time I decided a salad would be even more delicious. PrintRoasted Asparagus Salad Total Time: 20 minutes Yield: Serves 4-6 Ingredients1 bunch asparagus, trimmed and ready…
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!
Creamy Pork and Potatoes
This is significant comfort food. Don said it reminds him of a pot pie. I’ve decided it’s on the menu, when I cook at the lodge next week. It’s easy, and oh so delicious. PrintCreamy Pork and Potatoes Prep Time: 30 minutesCook Time: 1 hour, 30 minutesTotal Time: 2 hours Yield: Serves 6-8 Ingredients2-3 TBSP…
TSTC – Taste of the Mediterranean
Come enjoy A Taste of the Mediterranean by Brittney Bridges at the Culinary Arts Center this week. Meals are served two days a week, Wednesday and Friday, from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. However this Wednesday, April 2, is booked and the dining room will be closed. Lunch for Friday, April 4, will continue as normal. View the menu as a PDF. …
Another Saturday at Friday’s
Errands in Waco on Saturday, meant lunch at Friday’s Seafood and More. This time I managed to take pictures before devouring it! I don’t think I can go there, without at least getting a side of étouffée (no picture of that – not really photogenic food). This time I had the soft shell crab and…
French Toast Waffle
I know, great concept. Whether you call them French Toast Waffle or Waffled French Toast, they are simply delicious. I don’t like making waffle batter, but I love waffles. And I like French toast, but sometimes it’s a little “eggy” for my taste. This is the perfect way to get the best of both, and…