Watch Out for These 3 Dangerous Drivers on the Road
Dangerous driving behavior is something we see all the time. While it’s a year-round issue for commuters throughout the DFW area, the holidays can often magnify the problem. People are hitting the road to visit family, and more people are driving while intoxicated. For the average motorist, driving defensively and attentively can be lifesaving. As you hit the road this holiday season, be on the lookout for these three types of dangerous drivers. Frequent Lane Changers They never seem to be happy with whichever lane they’re in. They weave in and out of traffic, hoping to get to their destination a few seconds faster — and then you always catch up to them at the next light. This behavior can force other drivers to swerve or hit the brakes, which is one of the leading causes of rear-end collisions.
Speeders Drivers who speed because they are in a hurry or because they feel the posted speed limit doesn’t apply to them can often miss critical details and potential hazards. Speeding reduces the amount of time they have to react to hazards in and around the road, from debris to potholes to pedestrians.
Distracted Drivers While texting and driving is illegal in Texas, it is still legal in a couple of states. Texting and driving carries immense risk and is considered by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to be deadlier than drinking and driving — and it’s especially deadly among younger drivers ages 16–24. Distracted driving isn’t limited to cellphones. Any activity that takes your eyes and attention off the road is considered distracted driving. This includes reaching for an item, eating, grooming, and even gawking at an incident along the road. Any of these actions can carry serious consequences. Be careful out there! MONTSERRAT O S WA L D LEGALINSURANCEAGENCY.COM 817.618.6381
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SPICY, CREAMY SWEET POTATOES
Sweet potatoes are a Thanksgiving staple, but they’re often the blandest thing on the table. Luckily that’s not the case with this recipe, which features Thai spices and coconut milk.
INGREDIENTS
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5 pounds sweet potatoes 1 cup canned coconut milk
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1/2 cup dark brown sugar 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 tablespoon Thai red curry paste
1 tablespoon kosher salt
DIRECT IONS
1. Heat oven to 375 F. On a large sheet pan, bake potatoes until very soft, approximately 75 minutes. 2. Let potatoes cool until they are safe to handle, then peel and mash. 3. In a small saucepan over low heat, combine coconut milk and curry paste. Once mixed, add the mixture, salt, half the sugar, and half the butter to potatoes. 4. 30 minutes before serving, heat oven to 425 F. Spread potatoes in a baking dish, cover with foil, and bake for 20 minutes. 5. Uncover potatoes and dot with remaining butter and sugar. Broil until brown, crusty, and delicious. Serve hot. INSPIRED BY THE NEW YORK TIMES
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