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Mashed Potatoes and Celery Root

Posted on June 10, 2021 by Lanie Fioretti

At first glance, it looks like just mashed potatoes.  But one taste tells you that they are a fabulously light, and remarkably scrumptious version.  They are a perfect summer side dish.  If you’re not familiar with celery root, click here for a little more information and picture of this odd root vegetable.  Not always easy…

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Charro Beans

Posted on June 8, 2021 by Lanie Fioretti

When I can’t find my favorite Charro or Borracho beans, it’s pretty easy to put them together.  La Costena Charro Beans are awfully good, just heated.  And I love HEB Borracho beans with Shiner Bock, but I usually add browned ground beef or deer, bacon, and spices.  While we really like my homemade version with…

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Cheesy Mexican Rice Casserole

Posted on June 7, 2021 by Lanie Fioretti

For yummy Tex-Mex comfort food, you have to try Cheesy Mexican Rice Casserole.  I made it as a side dish, but it’s easy to transform it into a one dish meal.  If you add browned ground meat, or shredded cooked chicken, or toss in some beans, and add wilted spinach, it’s an easy one dish…

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Ramen With Veggies

Posted on June 4, 2021 by Lanie Fioretti

I admit, ramen is one of my go-to comfort meals.  And it’s soup, which is an added bonus for me!  You can add almost anything you can think of.  I did add roasted chicken to my Ramen With Veggies this time.  It’s the broth base of the ramen that makes all the difference. PrintRamen With…

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Salmon With Garlic Eggplant

Posted on June 3, 2021November 8, 2023 by Lanie Fioretti

I wish I had imagined this combination a long time ago.  For an amazing main dish, make Salmon With Garlic Eggplant for a special occasion, or when you want to feel special!  This is a simple dish that’s restaurant quality. Just a reminder – The current email subscription service is going away this summer.  If…

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