Tuesday, November 3, 2015

Back to the beginning....

The very first cookbook I had was Betty Crocker's Dinner For Two, published in 1958.  I bought it myself when I moved into my first apartment.  This is a favorite -


Scalloped potatoes!  Those black specks are freshly ground black pepper.:-)


There are times when I have added chopped ham as one of the layering ingredients.  Also, there have been times when I've sprinkled a bit of grated cheese between the layers.  Gruyere is especially good.

Another good dish for fall!
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10 comments:

  1. GlendaNovember 3, 2015 at 6:23 AM

    Oh, Sister!! I remember that cookbook with great pleasure, as you cooked many delicious dishes for company from it! Have a terrific Tuesday, and I send love to you as always!

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  2. SusieNovember 3, 2015 at 6:29 AM

    Nellie, My daughter makes these. I never have. Now I just won't cook anything that might splatter in my oven. LOL. My sister got a Betty Crocker cookbook from having a Tupperware party once...I think it helped her to become a wonderful cook. I think everyone in my family has their best things that they can make. Blessings, xoxo,Susie

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  3. JuliaNovember 3, 2015 at 7:45 AM

    Oh yum. I love scalloped potatoes. I sprinkle some crumbled bacon and use cheese on top. I've also used some Campbell Cream of Mushroom with milk and it's make a delicious variation. Scalloped potatoes is perfect for a rainy day like today.
    Hugs,
    JB
    Hugs

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  4. Farm GirlNovember 3, 2015 at 9:15 AM

    I have always loved scalloped potatoes. It was one of the first things I learned to make when I moved out on my own too.
    That looks like a very nice recipe. I hope you are having a nice week so far.

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  5. ~ Nee ~November 3, 2015 at 1:58 PM

    Nellie , love scalloped potatoes , I also use bacon , diced ham and chicken . Have a great week :)

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  6. happyoneNovember 3, 2015 at 2:10 PM

    Yummy, that certainly looks good!!!

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  7. GuillaumeNovember 3, 2015 at 2:56 PM

    My kind of potatoes. They look delicious.

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  8. GertNovember 3, 2015 at 6:09 PM

    I love scalloped potatoes! And love adding cheese and ham! Fall is a great time for oven food.

    Blessings
    Gert

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  9. SusanNovember 3, 2015 at 6:17 PM

    I used to have that cookbook, Nellie. I make my potatoes differently now, though, using a white sauce instead of plain milk. Both are good. Hope you are well and happy. Susan

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  10. NanaDianaNovember 3, 2015 at 7:00 PM

    Nellie-That is the same recipe I used for years but have taken to adding a bit of flour stirred into the milk..and I like to use some green onions. Hope you have a great night- xo Diana

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