Potato

Crisps. Crisps (UK) / Chips (US) In the UK, the thin round slices of fried potato that come in packets are called crisps, while in… Read More »What Do They Call Potato Chips In England?

A year after your potato harvest, plant low-yielding, leafy vegetables, such as lettuce, radish (Raphanus sativus), pea (Pisum sativum) and spinach. Followed by green manure… Read More »What To Plant After Potatoes?

RUSSET POTATOES: The most widely used potato variety in the United States. Light and fluffy when cooked, russets are ideal for baking, mashing, frying and… Read More »What Is The Most Versatile Potato?

Russet. Most people have the russet potato, also commonly referred to as an Idaho potato, fixed in their minds as the classic potato. They are… Read More »What Is The Main Type Of Potato?

Different potatoes DO cook differently. Using the correct type for the dish you’re making is important for excellent results. Do all potatoes cook at the… Read More »Do Different Potatoes Cook Differently?

The best potatoes to use for making fresh French fries are Idaho Russet Potatoes. The high solids content of the Idaho Potato guarantees consistent flavor,… Read More »Are Idaho Potatoes Good For French Fries?

All-Purpose: All-purpose potatoes have a medium starch content that fall somewhere in between starchy and waxy potatoes. They have more moisture that starchy Potatoes and… Read More »What Are All Purpose Potatoes?

6 good maincrop potatoes to plant Potato ‘Desiree’ – red-skinned, waxy potatoes great for mashing or baking. Potato ‘Maris Piper’ – one of the best-known… Read More »What Is The Best Main Crop Potato?

You can really bake any kind of potato, but the best potatoes for baking are those that are low in moisture and high in starch,… Read More »Which Type Of Potato Is Not Good For Making Baked Potatoes?

A: Someone told you correctly! When potatoes are stored too long, in a too-cold environment (below 41°F) the starches within convert to sugar. This not… Read More »Why Do Some White Potatoes Taste Sweet?