or potatoes — with water and yeast. The yeast reacts with the sugars and starches present in the base ingredient, fermenting the mixture until it forms ethanol (alcohol). Once the mixture is ...

once the alcohol has evaporated, turn off the heat and set aside (6). When the potatoes are done cooking (make sure they are ...

Add potatoes, enough oil to cover (4-6 cups ... Carefully add brandy (it may flame), and cook off alcohol, 1-2 minutes. Add stock and simmer until reduced by half, 3-5 minutes.

People over 60 who are physically active drink more alcohol than so-called 'couch potatoes' who prefer a more sedentary lifestyle.