A: The House of Representatives is expected to try to approve the health care bill that the Senate approved on Dec. 24. If that happens, then a second bill would be offered. That bill would be the reconciliation piece; it would reconcile changes that the House wants with the Senate's original version.
Add salt to the water, if desired. Bring the water to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to medium low. Cover the pot and simmer until potatoes are tenderâabout 15 to 20 minutes. A knife tip inserted into a potato should meet no resistance; if the potato clings to the knife, the potatoes need to cook longer. When potatoes are done, remove from heat and drain immediately.
A large pot full of potatoes (4-quart size or so), should boil potatoes to a ready-to-eat tenderness in about 25 minutes. You will want to check the potatoes every 5 minutes or so after the first 15 minutes to see if they are fork-tender.. Add 1 or 2 teaspoons of salt to the water before starting to cook. 2  Bring the water and potatoes to a boil then reduce heat to low. 3  Cover, and simmer for 15 to 30 minutes or until fork-tender.