This is another great summer salad. It has an ingredient we haven’t talked about before, Sweet Chili Sauce. You’ll find it in the Asian section of the grocery store or in Asian markets. Don’t let the name fool you, it’s hot, very hot. Beans are a larger part of our diet lately, so I’ve been…
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!
The End of Spring on the Ranch
We’re saying goodbye to spring at the ranch. The Indian Blanket replaced the Blue Bonnets and Stork’s Bill. They have just been gorgeous. This is an update from John and Dyna at Owl Creek Ceramics: We have just received our first shipment of baskets from Africa! We are so excited! I’m crazy about…
Sauteed Nopalitos (Cactus)
One more cactus recipe. Come on, it’s our native vegetable. When life gives you cactus, cook it and eat it! Think of it as your Cinco de Mayo dish. PrintSauteed Nopalitos (Cactus) IngredientsYoung, tender, cactus pads Extra virgin olive oil, coconut oil, or butter Emeril’s Essence, or other cajun seasoning Granulated garlic powder Ground cumin…
Owl Creek Ceramics and Dallas Arboretum
Owl Creek Ceramics’ Spring Open House is this Saturday!! (from Dyna and John) Our second Spring open house will be this Saturday May 5th from 9-5 pm. We’ll have refreshments and tons of lovely gifts and special pieces. 10% off all in stock items during our open house. Just because you may have come to…
Bean Chalupas (Slow Cooker)
This is a Lovejoy family recipe, that’s really delicious, easy, and perfect for Cinco de Mayo. I made some very slight changes, because you know I just can’t help myself! PrintBean Chalupas (Slow Cooker) Yield: 10-12 This recipe is a complete meal, and one you’re going to want to make on a regular basis.IngredientsChalupas 1…