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!

Shrimp Slaw

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Recently, I managed to recreate a recipe that’s a favorite at the lodge.  I thought they’d be excited – I was wrong.   I realized they didn’t  want me to make Shrimp Slaw. They want to bring it from the coast.  And there you go!  So, I hope you enjoy this slaw as much as…

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Caramel Nutella Crustella

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Every once and a while, I have a vision of some new dessert.  Caramel Nutella Crustella is a scrumptious and easy recipe.  It  will definitely appear on our holiday table.  Although the original recipe, Nutella Crustella, is a staple at the lodge, I figure I can always make it better!  If you love pie crust,…

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Butternut Squash and Rice Patties

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Because it’s fall, it’s time for butternut squash recipes.  In our house, we love squash, and Butternut Squash and Rice Patties are irresistible.  Also, to change up your holiday menu, this is a delicious side dish.  In addition, here’s a few more butternut sides to try:  Mashed Butternut Squash with Mexican Spinach Topping, Butternut Squash…

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Hecho En Waco

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Near the Magnolia silos in Waco is a really good new Mexican restaurant, Hecho En Waco.  While you’re there, visit the few little speciality shops, and pie shop, in the same little center. Because I can’t resist shrimp and jalapeño wrapped in bacon, that’s what I ordered. Since I’ve had this same dish at a number of Mexican…

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