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George wrote:
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> On 6/9/2012 11:15 AM, Gary wrote:
> > I did buy just one at the store this morning. Just one to taste. I will
> > either slice and fry it in butter OR the produce guy this morning said it's
> > also good to mash, form into a patty, and fry that way. I'll try today. He
> > did also mention that they don't taste like a banana.
> >
> > Gary

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> Even better if you fry in butter, mash then refry in butter.


I just sliced, cooked, and ate most of it. At first it kind of tasted like
a baked potato only much firmer. So I added some S&P. The taste is similar
but not quite the same. It's not bad but I'll probably never buy another.
At least I finally know after all these years of wondering.

Gary