Let’s talk quick and easy appetizers for the holidays. Foods that can be eaten in one bite are always good. Dress-up a plate of appetizers with fresh herbs, fresh vegetables (like cherry tomatoes, radishes, green onions), berries or grapes, dried fruits, and nuts. Use uncured meats whenever possible. Here are some ideas to work from-…
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!
Crusty Smashed Potatoes
Thought for the Week: No pessimist ever discovered the secrets of the stars, or sailed to an uncharted land, or opened a new heaven to the human spirit. –Helen Keller This is as simple as a recipe gets. In fact calling it a recipe is really questionable! But whatever, they are great by themselves or…
Green Beans with Bacon and Almonds
I want to make sure there’s a few more sides, breakfast dishes, and appetizers to choose from for the holidays, so I need to get busy. PrintGreen Beans with Bacon and Almonds Kathy made these for Thanksgiving this year, and they were excellent.Ingredients1 pound green beans, cleaned 2 TBSP of extra virgin olive oil 1…
Smoked Brisket Stew
OK you guys, this is going to be one of those recipes where you put in the amounts you want. It’s a great way to use any leftover smoked meat. This has got to be one of the best fast-food meals I’ve had. PrintSmoked Brisket Stew IngredientsSmoked meat* – brisket, pork, chicken, turkey Beef broth…
Eating Out in Copperas Cove and Gatesville
Mexicano Grill (Copperas Cove) This is still one of my favorites. They have good chips and hot sauce, and they bring cheese dip too. I had mixed fajitas the last time, but Don had a great shrimp dish with at least a dozen large shrimp. They’re at 232 Cove Terrace (254-630-5218). Click here for their…