This is a tasty spring update for an on old recipe of mine. A combination of fresh herbs, make this a “comeback for more” side, without being loaded with calories. PrintPotatoes with Spring Herbs Ingredients6 medium russet potatoes, peeled and cut in chunks 4 cloves garlic, smashed 1-2 TBSP Dijon mustard 1 TBSP chopped dill…
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!
Baked Fish with Pimento Cheese
Delicious and easy – it’s a great main dish. You could make this recipe with chicken, if you don’t want fish, but it’s really good with fish. I added cooked and crumbled bacon to the pimento cheese. PrintBaked Fish with Pimento Cheese Cook Time: 20 minutes Yield: Serves 2 or 3 Ingredients1 lb white fish…
Asian Spiced Sweet Potatoes
We like to vary our sides and use sweet potatoes from time to time, but not so much with sugar. So, I’m always trying new flavor combinations when I roast them. This combo is particularly good, and makes an interesting side. PrintAsian Spiced Sweet Potatoes Ingredients2 peeled and cubed sweet potatoes 3 TBSP melted extra…
Deer Deterrent Du Jour
I hate to declare victory too soon, but it’s been several weeks, and my perennial morning glory is not eaten. I’m using original Irish spring soap, cut each bar in half, run a wire through it, and hang it at their preferred eating level. Anything they typically eat, I’m hanging a half bar on. At least…
Beef Tenderloin Salad
One night at the lodge, we had a lot of leftover beef tenderloin. I love beef salads in the spring. If I’m using leftover beef, I don’t like it overcooked, so salads seem to be the ticket. So for Beef Tenderloin Salad, I tossed it with a vinaigrette, and let it sit at room temperature….