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The Rural Voice, 2000-03, Page 35ROSEMARY GARLIC MASHED POTATOES 6 large red -skinned potatoes (unpeeled), quartered (about 2 Ib/I kg) 6 cloves garlic 1/2 cup (125 mL) hot evaporated skim milk (approx) 2 tsp (10 mL) chopped fresh rosemary salt and pepper In large saucepan, cover potatoes and garlic with cold water; bring to a boil. Cover and simmer for 15 minutes or until tender. Drain well. Return potatoes and garlic to pot; dry over low heat for 1 to 2 minutes. With potato masher, mash potatoes and garlic. Gradually stir in evaporated milk and rosemary, adding up to 1/4 cup (50 mL) more milk if desired. Add salt and pepper to taste. BAKED POTATOES WITH CHOICE OF TOPPERS 2 large baking potatoes Scrub potatoes; pierce in several spots with fork. Bake in 450°F (230°C) oven for 45 minutes or until soft when pressed. Meanwhile prepare topping. Cut small cross in centre.top of each baked potato. Holding with clean towel, squeeze gently at bottom and sides until cross opens in four points and potato bursts through top. Fluff with fork and spread open. Spoon Topping onto potato. Baked Potato Toppings: Southwestern Style: In small saucepan on stove top or in dish in microwave oven, warm 1/2 cup (125 mL) bottled salsa with 2 tbsp (25 mL) frozen corn. Stir in 2 tbsp (25 mL) chopped fresh coriander. Sprinkle 3/4 cup (175 mL) shredded cheddar cheese on the 2 potatoes, spoon on salsa mixture and top with dollop of sour cream. Broccoli and Cheese: Steam 1 cup (250 mL) broccoli florets until just tender. Meanwhile in small saucepan, melt 1 tbsp (15 mL) butter; stir in 1 tbsp (15 mL) all- purpose flour over medium heat for 1 minute. Stir in 3/4 cup (175 mL) milk and cook, stirring, until thickened. Stir in 1 cup (250 mL) shredded cheese, 1/4 tsp (1 mL) each dried basil and thyme, pinch cayenne pepper and salt and pepper to taste. Stir in steamed broccoli. Ham, Leek and Horseradish Mustard: In small skillet, saute 1 leek, sliced, in 2 tbsp (25 mL) butter for 2 minutes. Stir in 1/2 cup (125 mL) chopped ham and 1/4 cup (50 mL) light sour cream; heat through over low heat. Stir in I tbsp (15 mL) each horseradish and Dijon mustard and salt and pepper to taste. Mushrooms: In skillet, cook 8 oz (250 g) sliced mushrooms with half small chopped onion in 2 tbsp (25 mL) butter over medium heat for 5 minutes. Over low heat, stir in 1/4 cup (50 mL) light sour cream, 1/2 tsp (2 mL) dried tarragon and salt and pepper to taste; heat through. After spooning onto potatoes, sprinkle with snipped fresh chives and chopped parsley. Blue Cheese and Herbs: In small bowl, combine 1/3 cup (75 mL) creamed cottage cheese, 2 tbsp (25 mL) crumbled blue cheese, 3 tbsp (50 mL) chopped fresh parsley, 2 tbsp (25 mL) snipped fresh chives or chopped green onion tops and salt and pepper to taste. Pesto: In small saucepan over low heat, heat 1/3 cup (75 mL) light mayonnaise, 4 tsp (20 mL) slivered sweet red pepper, 1 tbsp (15 mL) pesto sauce and 1 tsp (5 mL) fresh lemon juice. After spooning onto potatoes, sprinkle with 1 tbsp (15 mL) grated parmesan cheese and more slivered red pepper. Curry: In small saucepan, melt 2 tbsp (25 mL) butter over medium heat; cook half an onion, minced, 1 clove garlic, minced and 1 1/2 tsp (7 mL) curry powder for 4 minutes. Stir in salt and pepper to taste and 1 tbsp (15 mL) all-purpose flour; cook, stirring for I minute. Stir in 1/2 cup (125 mL) milk, cook, stirring, until thickened. Add 1/4 cup (50 mL) frozen peas to heat through. Cajun: In small skillet, heat 1 tbsp (15 mL) vegetable oil over medium heat; cook 2 cloves garlic, minced and half small onion, minced, for 4 minutes. Stir in 1/2 tsp (2 mL) each paprika, dried oregano and dried thyme and 1/4 tsp (1 ml) each white, black and cayenne pepper and salt. Over low heat, stir in 1/2 cup (125 mL) plain yogurt, just to heat through but not boil. Garnish topped potato with diced tomato.0 CRIME STOPPERS 1 -800 -222 -TIPS BOSCH Millennium Series Dishwasher The Perfect Blend of Beauty, Performance and Innovation * Stainless steel tall tub * 161° wash temperature * Nylon racks * Knife rack * AVS silencing system By conveniently placing the controls on the top of the dishwasher door, Bosch is able to design a sleek one-piece door that complements existing kitchens as well as the designs of tomorrow. r1 CUL )/ 7Y L 7 APPLIANCES & 871 - 10th St. E. )across from Zellers) HANOVER 364.1011 ELECTRONICS 102 Main St. E. LISTOWEL 291-4670 MARCH 2000 33