Nutrition Information:

Potatoes are a member of the nightshade family. They are a good source of Potassium, Folate, and Vitamins C and B6. They are not a significant source of fiber unless eaten regularly, and most of the fiber is in the potato skin. The skin also contains the majority of vitamins and minerals.

Storage Tips:

Store potatoes in a cool, dark place such as a cellar or pantry with good ventilation (a mesh bag or basket). Potatoes can store well for a couple of months if stored properly. To freeze, chop, and cook or partially cook, and freeze on a baking tray, Once frozen, transfer to a freezer bag.

Uses:

Potatoes are delicious in many ways- mashed, roasted, added into soups, scalloped, made into potato salad or french fries, and so much more.

Recipe Ideas:

• From spendwithpennies.com, this Easy Mashed Potatoes recipe.

• This Boiled Potatoes recipe from natashaskitchen.com is simple and delicious.

• For a yummy Baked Potato, try this recipe from gimmesomeoven.com.

• Try this Easy Creamy Potato Salad from inspiredtaste.net.

• Keep it simple with this recipe from addapinch.com for Grandmother’s Potato Soup.