tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6049626897935912366.post4533579818756842075..comments2024-03-27T20:36:43.009-04:00Comments on Letters from a Hill Farm: Mashed potatoes and shallots/New to me guacamole recipeNanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15547916206007733970noreply@blogger.comBlogger28125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6049626897935912366.post-65600849676316858812021-09-30T13:11:25.806-04:002021-09-30T13:11:25.806-04:00I'm happy you liked your dish!! If you ever tr...I'm happy you liked your dish!! If you ever try shallots, come let me know what you thought!Nanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15547916206007733970noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6049626897935912366.post-39241102176472597952021-09-30T13:10:35.542-04:002021-09-30T13:10:35.542-04:00There are probably many reasons for someone to giv...There are probably many reasons for someone to give up a blog. Geez, I even did it myself for those few months. I understand now why - but I didn't then. It was all that time of Tom's father and his Alzheimer's. Such a stress, as you know from all my emails then!<br />I might try mine next time without the shallots. Just the avocado and lemon juice. We'll see. It isn't a big food craving in my life. Ha! (Kay)Nanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15547916206007733970noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6049626897935912366.post-83744493274604589742021-09-29T20:15:10.818-04:002021-09-29T20:15:10.818-04:00Nan, I made the potatoes! How can something be so ...Nan, I made the potatoes! How can something be so good! I made mine with a few spring onions that were very mild. You have inspired me to try this with shallots. I've never bought them in my life but there's always a first time! Let's get some, shall we? Haha!Kay G.https://www.blogger.com/profile/07228498846814735537noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6049626897935912366.post-55218581288340946802021-09-29T00:06:49.822-04:002021-09-29T00:06:49.822-04:00I probably make guacamole once a week. I've al...I probably make guacamole once a week. I've always loved it. I make mine with mashed avocados, a squeeze of lemon juice (although my sister-in-law says lime juice is better), some salt & pepper and occasionally a little garlic powder. Sometimes I'll dice up some tomato and throw it in, but I never add onion. Or cilantro. Also, I'd rather go without than buy guacamole from a grocery store. Blech.<br /><br />There are so many bloggers who I used to follow who are no longer posting. It really makes me sad, but I know it's not for everyone. I can hardly believe I've been blogging for all these years. Les in Oregonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15053880852764886416noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6049626897935912366.post-25255605682530178382021-09-28T17:51:14.455-04:002021-09-28T17:51:14.455-04:00Thank you, my longtime blogging friend. Rough time...Thank you, my longtime blogging friend. Rough time is so true. There are no words and too many at the same time about this time.Nanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15547916206007733970noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6049626897935912366.post-39972778766872140052021-09-27T18:26:17.877-04:002021-09-27T18:26:17.877-04:00Hey Nan! Like you, I don't like raw onions but...Hey Nan! Like you, I don't like raw onions but I love them cooked, as long as they're not too strong. Ive had such a rough time trying to get anything done this year, my time on my blog has been very limited. So, I was so pleased to see your comment on my blog! I love your writing and all that you share. Peace always!Kay G.https://www.blogger.com/profile/07228498846814735537noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6049626897935912366.post-92102140799117420992021-09-27T11:15:00.338-04:002021-09-27T11:15:00.338-04:00Do you like onions, but not shallots. I think the ...Do you like onions, but not shallots. I think the latter have a sweetness.<br />I remember that post in January. I haven't been commenting much or even reading much but I do check in with my old friends when I have the energy/time/emotional state whatever it is. I've been like the old Nike ad - "just doing it" for a while. It does me so much good to have these blog connections.Nanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15547916206007733970noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6049626897935912366.post-11596794984372219502021-09-27T11:11:45.841-04:002021-09-27T11:11:45.841-04:00It is always bittersweet for me to go back to blog...It is always bittersweet for me to go back to blogs which aren't being written anymore. Nanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15547916206007733970noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6049626897935912366.post-77602254339034536792021-09-27T11:10:47.312-04:002021-09-27T11:10:47.312-04:00I haven't either. LIterally years, though a lo...I haven't either. LIterally years, though a lot of people are going. There are a lot of people flying and staying in hotels, too, but I can't imagine it. You and I have been kind of alike in this whole virus time with just staying home. I still only go to one store. This summer there was a tiny time when they were saying sure take off your masks in stores if you've been vaccinated,and we went out one day with the little ones. They kept their masks and ours were off. We went to a book/toystore and a candy store. In a blink of an eye, they were saying put those masks back on, and that was that. I haven't felt isolated. I still see my kids and grandkids. They are my social life!<br />I can eat avocados only infrequently. I will make this guacamole again, but prob not that often.Nanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15547916206007733970noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6049626897935912366.post-53798448070814286882021-09-27T06:24:07.417-04:002021-09-27T06:24:07.417-04:00I like the sound of those potatoes. I wonder if I ...I like the sound of those potatoes. I wonder if I could do the same thing with just a bit of onion? I will try it!<br />Thanks for leaving a comment on my blog, Nan! I don't know if you saw my reply but I was very happy to see you quote a line from "My Back Pages". It was written by Bob Dylan but was a hit for The Byrds. My son sings it on his Sound Cloud Page. If you look at my blog from Jan. 12th, I have a link to it on that post. Christopher is singing on those songs and he is also doing background vocals and playing the instruments! Let me know if you have a listen, dear Nan. Kay G.https://www.blogger.com/profile/07228498846814735537noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6049626897935912366.post-87938781626360354302021-09-27T03:51:48.161-04:002021-09-27T03:51:48.161-04:00The potato with shallots sounds good.
I was just ...The potato with shallots sounds good.<br /><br />I was just looking at the list of bloggers on Tara's blog. So many familiar names that aren't around anymore.Marghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13508430635744720721noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6049626897935912366.post-88701021224811640192021-09-26T17:08:02.011-04:002021-09-26T17:08:02.011-04:00I love shallots but have never used them in mashed...I love shallots but have never used them in mashed potatoes so will try that. I've made all kinds of guacamole but lately have gone to just S & P and lemon juice, in fact it's for supper tonight with leftover potato salad. I hate store bought guac too! Whole Foods fresh made is fairly good with the addition of lemon juice. It's been so long since I've eaten at any restaurant, much less a nice one, that I can't remember if I liked the guacamole! Dewenahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07330797553600987145noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6049626897935912366.post-52053248483893254362021-09-26T16:54:18.000-04:002021-09-26T16:54:18.000-04:00Quite sure you will love 'em!Quite sure you will love 'em!Nanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15547916206007733970noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6049626897935912366.post-68876019691681867792021-09-26T16:12:31.737-04:002021-09-26T16:12:31.737-04:00I'venver used shallots in mashed potatoes, I&#...I'venver used shallots in mashed potatoes, I'm going to try it.(Diane) bookchickdihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16640913682123489734noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6049626897935912366.post-26023966172558473462021-09-26T14:34:46.901-04:002021-09-26T14:34:46.901-04:00:<):<)Nanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15547916206007733970noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6049626897935912366.post-52327066648049301662021-09-26T14:34:08.848-04:002021-09-26T14:34:08.848-04:00Maybe you'll make them again!
Over here we sa...Maybe you'll make them again! <br />Over here we say "shall lots" with the emphasis on shall. But I heard Peppa Pig say it with the emphasis on lots. Speaking of Peppa, I've read of American kids who have picked up many of her pronunciations!Nanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15547916206007733970noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6049626897935912366.post-48383049188899710652021-09-26T14:32:01.381-04:002021-09-26T14:32:01.381-04:00I haven't been that big a fan of guacamole exc...I haven't been that big a fan of guacamole except in good restaurants, and I am pretty happy with this. And that's good because it means I'll eat more avocados!Nanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15547916206007733970noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6049626897935912366.post-65620791393853840012021-09-26T14:30:48.126-04:002021-09-26T14:30:48.126-04:00I think I've seen it with salsa and also with ...I think I've seen it with salsa and also with tomatoes. I liked the simplicity of this, and yours is even simpler!<br />There are quite a few bloggers who just stopped and their blogs are still up. And then there are sadly those who have died. Nanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15547916206007733970noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6049626897935912366.post-71926420440842135192021-09-26T13:14:27.934-04:002021-09-26T13:14:27.934-04:00Shoot. I just got from the grocery store and now I...Shoot. I just got from the grocery store and now I wish I had some avocados!Beth Fhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08627666337961326265noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6049626897935912366.post-69402610710635083642021-09-26T10:59:22.824-04:002021-09-26T10:59:22.824-04:00My mother often used to cook potatoes with shallot...My mother often used to cook potatoes with shallots but I'd completely forgotten about it till today. So thanks for reminding me of what was once a favourite of mine.John "By Stargoose And Hanglands"https://www.blogger.com/profile/00832873074550725579noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6049626897935912366.post-68589761751917275622021-09-26T10:59:13.873-04:002021-09-26T10:59:13.873-04:00I do the same with my recipes!
You reminded me th...I do the same with my recipes! <br />You reminded me that I have avocados that I need to use!Jackie McGuinnesshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15946085131678256211noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6049626897935912366.post-54601801704113946932021-09-26T10:55:45.442-04:002021-09-26T10:55:45.442-04:00Sorry, Imdon‘t know Tara or her blog, but I always...Sorry, Imdon‘t know Tara or her blog, but I always think it‘s a pity if a blogger just stops writing and the readers don‘t know what‘s going on. In a way, we become acquaintances or even friends, and we care about each other.<br />Both recipes sound good, although I must admit I prefer my guacamole made by simply mashing avocado up with a fork and a pinch of salt and pepper, and no lemon juice or other ingredients. But that works really well only if it gets eaten immediately (which is usually the case when I make it).Librarianhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05704656564078750607noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6049626897935912366.post-70770070660840391252021-09-26T10:15:35.257-04:002021-09-26T10:15:35.257-04:00Yup, simple is good!
And I didn't hear about t...Yup, simple is good!<br />And I didn't hear about that. I wish I had. Too late now, but will try and see about doing it next year. We have loads of it and it makes me so happy.Nanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15547916206007733970noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6049626897935912366.post-82732012178436080612021-09-26T10:14:29.348-04:002021-09-26T10:14:29.348-04:00May be a classic, but I had never heard of the pot...May be a classic, but I had never heard of the potatoes with shallots until Tara! Amazing, huh!<br />This is the first guacamole I've made myself that I liked. And I don't like the store stuff. Nanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15547916206007733970noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6049626897935912366.post-2984802849723093042021-09-26T10:13:07.334-04:002021-09-26T10:13:07.334-04:00Thanks! I do love milkweed, in all its stages.Thanks! I do love milkweed, in all its stages.Nanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15547916206007733970noreply@blogger.com