We made an overnight trip to Austin, on Valentine’s Day, and tried some restaurants, new to us. Our first stop was Fork and Taco on Burnet Rd. They have a scrumptious variety of unusual tacos, and homemade tortillas. I had a flank chimichurri and a short rib, Don had a jerk grouper, and a flank. Valentine’s night…
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!
Lamb Burgers
You won’t see a picture, because it looks like a burger, so just imagine a burger! These are really great herby deliciousness. They are similar to the ones I made, when I cooked for “the pork-free,” at the lodge. PrintLamb Burgers Ingredients2 TBSP extra virgin olive oil 1 lb ground lamb 2 TBSP finely chopped…
Spiced Pecans
We’re still gathering pecans, but I’m a little behind on cracking and shelling! I do have enough for a couple recipes though. Don wants a pecan cobbler, so I’m using Valentine’s Day as my excuse for making it. I have enough left to make spiced pecans (what I wanted), and this is a simple and…
Bare Bones BBQ Gatesville
I got some take-out this week, and it was all that I expected and more. Ricky and Tana (the owners) have another big hit. The BBQ is awesome. I had ribs and moist brisket this time. Pork country ribs are on the menu, and I’m going to be trying those on my next visit. You…
Pot Pie
This has been on my “make” list for a long time. The last time I went to Natural Grocers, I picked up Immaculate (brand) refrigerated pie crust. It’s slightly salty, and tastes a little like there’s cream cheese in it. It’s the best refrigerated pie crust I’ve tasted, and perfect when you want to convert…