We have such a lovely crop of marigolds every year, and the best part is that I never plant them, they reseed themselves. While I started planting them not just because they are such great color in the garden, and really cheerful in a vase on the table, but they help control the harmful garden…
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!
Artichoke Cream Pie
I wanted something with a crust, but didn’t want anything sweet, so I focused on artichokes, bacon, and cream! It’s scrumptious as an appetizer, side, or even a main course. PrintArtichoke Cream Pie Total Time: 1 hour, 15 minutes Yield: Serves 10-12 Ingredients1 refrigerated pie crust (I used Immaculate) 5 or 6 strips bacon 1…
Shrimp with Mustard Cream
If you want an easy, delicious, elegant shrimp dish, this is it. I really just wanted butter, but Don’s a sauce person. This recipe is a compromise. PrintShrimp with Mustard Cream Cook Time: 5 minutes Yield: Serves 2-4 Ingredients1 lb shrimp, cleaned and patted dry 1 TBSP extra virgin olive oil 2 large cloves garlic,…
Rufi’s Cocina, Waco
What a great little family owned business – it’s the real deal, or as Nina says, “Legit!” Rufi’s is authentic, delicious, and very reasonably priced. They make everything, including their tortillas. Friday is the only day they make tamales. Their quesadillas are made with large corn tortillas. Make sure you call about their hours. I…
Don’s Pizza
We still had leftover pesto, and leftover sriracha cream from the Grilled Cheese with Pesto sandwiches, so I decided to make a pizza. When I was in Portland, I found some great organic pizza crusts. Locally, you should be able to find them at the large HEB stores. They are with all the pizza ingredients, and…