Especially if you’re grilling fish or chicken, try this sweet, salty, and satisfying side. Mango Feta Salad is a perfect summer side dish. And although this won’t appeal to everyone, I love it with oatmeal! PrintMango Feta Salad Ingredients2 large mangoes, peeled and cut into cubes Crumbled feta Torn basil Torn Mint Squeeze of…
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!
Black Bean Baby Corn Salad
It’s time for the varied, cooling summer salads like Black Bean Baby Corn Salad. Whether you serve this on salad greens, top a taco, or use as a side, it’s a burst of deliciousness. PrintBlack Bean Baby Corn Salad IngredientsSalad 1 can (15-1/4 oz) baby corn, drained 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and…
Fried Pickled Okra
I’ve been obsessed with pickled okra, lately. So, of course, I started thinking about fried okra. Then, I thought about fried pickles. And naturally that led to Fried Pickled Okra (in MY head)! Use mild or spicy pickled okra, and you have an amazing side or appetizer. The batter makes them incredibly light and crunchy….
Fennel Blooms
Not everyone enjoys the flavor of fennel, but everyone can enjoy it in the garden as a butterfly attractor. Since I grew up with fennel, I love the culinary uses. Every part of the plant is edible. While I’ve used the bulbs, fronds, and seeds for a long time, I’ve just come to really appreciate…
Pineapple Bacon Poppers
If you love sweet, hot, and cream cheese together, Pineapple Bacon Poppers are the perfect blend. Once again, great for a side or as an appetizer. For another quick and easy popper recipe, try Chorizo Pimento Cheese Poppers. For ways to use up leftover jalapeños, try: Backstrap Bacon Appetizer, Bacon Jalapeño Cracker Appetizer, or Mini Jalapeño…