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JACKET POTATOES
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JACKET POTATOES
Stuffed baked potatoes, an excellent supper dish for a cold evening. The potatoes can cook without attention and the filling can be left waiting until a moment before serving. Date: 1940s
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Attention Baked Cold Cook Cress Dish Dishes Excellent Filling Moment Oyly Potatoes Prepared Savouries Serving Setting Stuffed Supper Waiting
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A delightful image from the 1940s showcasing the simple yet satisfying pleasure of a home-cooked meal, specifically jacket potatoes or baked potatoes with savory fillings. The scene is set on a cozy table, adorned with a tablecloth and a vase of fresh cress, adding a touch of elegance to the rustic dish. The potatoes, wrapped in aluminum foil and nestled in a bed of ashes in a fireplace or an oven, are the stars of the table. The potatoes, known as 'jacket' due to the thin layer of skin left intact, are an excellent choice for a cold evening as they require minimal attention during cooking. The savory fillings, waiting in bowls on the table, can be left untouched until the moment before serving. These could include a variety of options such as cheese, sour cream, chili, or gravy. The water glass and oily can on the table suggest that this meal is not only filling but also hearty and nourishing. The potatoes, once baked to perfection, can be cut open, filled with the desired topping, and served immediately. This dish, with its simplicity and ease, was a popular choice during the 1940s when resources were scarce, and the focus was on making the most of basic ingredients. The warmth and comfort of this meal, both in taste and in the memories it evokes, continue to make it a beloved dish to this day.
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