We just got back from (one of my favorite places) Laredo. Of course there was shopping, and there was hunting, and a lot of relaxing. One of the fun things for me is that I usually end up with a bunch of ingredients, and I have to figure out what meals / desserts to make….
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!
Winter Blooms
Several years ago, we created a sheltered area on the back porch, to over-winter some of the outdoor plants that are temperature sensitive. For a couple weeks now some of the succulents have been blooming. It’s aways a surprise to walk out the back door, and see blooms. Succulents are my plants of choice. I…
Parm Broccoli
We love broccoli, but hate the smell in the house while it’s cooking. Now I’ve finally realized the best way to cook it, without the odor, and have a simple, delicious, fast side dish. PrintParm Broccoli IngredientsCream Frozen broccoli crowns Herb seasoning Grated Parmesan InstructionsYou want a pan big enough to have a crowded single…
Michael Pollan – In Defense of Food
On December 30, there is a two hour PBS documentary based on Michael Pollan’s book, In Defense of Food. It’s definitely worth watching and/or recording. Pollan has a simple approach to food, and alleviates a lot of confusion about what’s “healthy.” Click here, for an inside look at the filming of the show. Locally it’s on KAMU or KNCT….
Pear Bread
Hope your holidays are special, whether you’re with family and friends, celebrating memories, or breaking new ground on your own. There’s been great energy this week with everyone bustling around – especially in my favorite place, the grocery store! I was the fortunate recipient of some “lovely” pears, this week. They are a little too…