Potato Diet

So my husband heard about "The Potato Diet" on the radio and diet and decided to give it a whirl at the beginning of the new year.  So much for me testing out recipes on him, now, (well... at least for breakfast and lunch.)

So far he hasn't gotten sick of all the potatoes (that he's admitted) and lost 2 1/2 pounds in the first week alone. I guess that's something at least! I've eaten potatoes a few times, but not consistency. Don't get me wrong, I LOVE spuds, but I don't want to get overloaded on them.

**** UPDATE***
He lost 3 pounds the second week for a total of 5 1/2 pounds!!!

Food Memories- Potatoes on the Stove

For some reason I've been thinking about my own personal "comfort foods" lately.

My first comfort food comes straight from my mom.... it's aptly named Potatoes on the Stove, and the recipe (if you can even call it that) is incredibly simple, yet the results is superbly delectable. She used to make it for us mostly on rainy days as a way to warm us up and cheer our moods.
Slice potatoes thinly on a mandolin slicer, and heat on a cast iron skillet until the potato is somewhat translucent, turn with a knife or fork and heat until the potato is slightly browned. Remove from skillet and top with butter, add salt to taste. Best eaten piping hot!