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Authentic Texas Potato Salad

Until not too long ago, I was a serious potato salad bigot.  This was not entirely my fault.  My mother, good ole gal, born and raised in the Brazos Bryan, Texas, made potato salad with onions, sweet pickles, pimento, eggs, mayonnaise and … Continue reading

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Savory Potato Leek Soup

As I’ve told both of our children, no one is obliged to like cooking if they don’t, however some basic survival cooking skills can come in handy when you’re on your own and can’t afford to eat out.  See new … Continue reading

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Le Creuset Mini Casseroles

This gives you an idea of the size Our son gave me a set of 4 Le Creuset mini casseroles for Christmas.  Big boy!  I had been obsessing over them every time I went to the store.  I just couldn’t … Continue reading

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Discernible Pieces of Potato

 “It’s not hot outside”.  When winter arrives (early this year), it’s time to bring out the boots, scarves, hats and wool coats; to clean out the fireplace and have the plumber check the heating system; to put the draft stoppers … Continue reading

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