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about me

I am a retired elementary school teacher. I've lived in Illinois, South Dakota and Wisconsin.

My husband and I love to travel and to eat (and prepare) regional foods.

I love to cook; I hate to clean up afterwards. I am always trying to reduce the calories and fat in recipes without sacrificing the flavor. But I'd rather have a small serving of something delicious than a large serving of something so-so.

My favorite cookbook is the Joy of Cooking. I have several versions.

Favorite Foods:

My most requested dish is German Potato Salad. It is not from a
cookbook, but from my mom's and my experience. It's very time consuming, but worth it! I also enjoy making jams, vinegars and salsas.

For chain restaurants, I like Olive Garden and Red Lobster. (We live so far off the beaten path that neither are nearby, so it's a real treat to go there.)

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