15 Potatoes,medium Water 3/4 c Salad oil 1/3 c Vinegar,cider/wine 1 3/4 t Salt 3/4 t Pepper 6 Pears,medium 1 Romaine lettuce head,large 1. In 8-quart saucepot over high heat, heat unpeeled potatoes and enough water to cover to boiling. Reduce heat to low; cover, simmer 25 to 30 minutes, until potatoes are fork-tender. 2. meanwhile, in large bowl, with wire whisk or fork, mix salad oil, vinegar, salt, and pepper. 3. When potatoes are done, drain; cool potatoes until easy to handle. Peel; cut potatoes into 1/8"-thick slices. Thinly slice pears. Add potatoes and pears to dressing; toss gently until well coated. 4. Line salad bowl with lettuce leaves; spoon mixture onto lettuce. Serve warm. Or cover and refrigerate to serve chilled later.