Fine Young Man

Today, I listened to the Mosaic podcast. McManus was talking about focus. Here are some thoughts from it:

The etymology of the word focus is fireplace or hearth. It signifies the burning desire at the center of our being.

3 questions to help us focus:

1. What must I become? – this is about finding your unique sense of calling.
2. What must I accomplish? – in the sense of bringing good to others and to the world
3. What must I give up? – the things that I don’t feel called to or am not gifted at need to be left to others

From the kitchen of Erma Izard

4 Large baking potatoes

2/3 cup butter

2/3 cup flour

6 cups milk

3/4 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon pepper

4 green onions (chopped & divided)

12 pieces of bacon (fried, crumbled & divided)

1 1/4 cups cheddar cheese (mild, divided)

1 8 oz. carton sour cream

Instructions:

Wash & bake potatoes & cut into cubes. In large pan, melt butter on medium low, then add flour and milk. Stir until smooth, thick and bubbly. Add potatoes, salt, pepper, 2 tbs. chopped onions, 1/2 cup crumbled bacon, and 1 cup cheddar cheese. Cook until heated. Stir in sour cream. Add extra milk if needed. Serve with remaining onions, bacon, and cheese on top.

Servings: 10 cups