Peeling Potatoes

The days of using a potato peeler for me is officially over. I saw this trick on Rachal Ray’s show and it works wonderfully.

Tools Needed:
Sharp knife
Pot of water with lid
Tongs

Step One: Fill pot with hot tap water (enough to cover all your potatoes). Place over high flame (heat) and cover with lid. Heat to boiling.
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Autumn Apple Salad

by Jessica C.
Autumn Apple Salad
4 tart green apples, cored and chopped
1/4 cup blanched slivered almonds, toasted
1/4 cup dried cranberries
1/4 cup chopped dried cherries
1 (8 ounce) container vanilla yogurt
In a medium bowl, stir together the apples, almonds, cranberries, cherries and yogurt until evenly coated.

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Festive Tossed Salad

by Miss Jessica C.
Festive Tossed Salad
1/2 cup sugar
1/3 cup red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
1/2 teaspoon salt
2/3 cup vegetable oil
2 to 3 teaspoons poppy seeds
10 cups torn romaine
1 cup (4 ounces) shredded Swiss cheese
1 medium apple, chopped
1 medium pear, chopped
1/4 cup dried cranberries
1/2 to 1 cup chopped cashews
In a blender or [...]

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