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Apple Pecan Tart (Gluten Free)

Posted on April 1, 2013 by Lanie Fioretti

This was the perfect bite after Easter dinner.  I love the way the crust turned out.  So it’s another great way for me to use the unbelievable pecan harvest we’ve had. PrintApple Pecan Tart (Gluten Free) Prep Time: 30 minutesCook Time: 1 hour, 45 minutes Yield: Serves 8-10 IngredientsFilling 3/4 cup sugar 1/2 cup brown…

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Verde Salsa (Cooking for One)

Posted on March 30, 2013April 6, 2013 by Lanie Fioretti

When fruit isn’t getting eaten, I’m looking for ways to use it that’s not so “fruit-like.”  Salsas have gotten my attention right now.  They’re a perfect side for a main dish or an appetizer.  I made this one for Dot, and she was crazy about it. PrintVerde Salsa Total Time: 10 minutes Yield: Serves 1-2…

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Corn Cakes with Taco Topping

Posted on March 28, 2013 by Lanie Fioretti

The star of the show is really the corn cake.  It’s perfect as an appetizer, or light meal.  Use it as a base and top it with cheese, shredded pork, taco meat, avocado, beans……….  For the topping in the picture, I cut strips of hamburger steaks, and sauteed them with Mexican spices.  Then I laid…

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Stuffed Sweet Potato (Cooking for One)

Posted on March 26, 2013April 12, 2013 by Lanie Fioretti

I was looking for a good, lower calorie lunch, and this recipe happened.  I love tuna salad, and I find lots of ways to make it, and use it.  For this recipe, you could easily make the tuna with mayonnaise, or melt cheese on top, if you’re looking for something a little richer.  To keep…

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Pommes Anna

Posted on March 25, 2013 by Lanie Fioretti

It’s my version of this big potato pancake, and it’s hard to believe something so easy and simple is so wonderful.  Served warm or room temperature, it could be a side or an appetizer.  Use a really good butter, like Kerrygold, to make it extra delicious. PrintPommes Anna Total Time: 1 hour, 45 minutes Yield:…

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