Every year at Christmas time, my mother sends each of her 7 children, their spouses and children an Idaho Spud candy bar. This little gift is a unique link to the state where I grew up, and a fond tradition for our extended family. Plus, I think they are delicious!

Today, AP issued an article about the venerable treat. CNN.com picked it up as an item in their Offbeat News section.

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