Potatoes are one of the most popular food items in the world, with thousands of different varieties being produced. Originally from South America dating back 100 centuries, potatoes are now grown around the world.
China and India produce over 1/3 of the entire global potato crop. Several dozen major varieties can be found in supermarkets depending on what part of the world you live in. Common potato groups include new, red, yellow, purple, and russet.
Certain characteristics such as waxiness and starch level help categorize potatoes for culinary purposes. These characteristics are important when considering potatoes for cooking.
High in carbohydrates and starch, low in protein and fat, potatoes contain many vital nutrients including vitamins B2 and C, thiamine and iron. Never eaten raw, potatoes can be prepared using a number of cooking methods including boiling,
baking and frying. Mashed potatoes, French fries, hash browns, potato soup, potato salad, and potato chips are among the most popular of all foods.
GourmetPotatoRecipes.com presents dozens of potato recipes from simple baking and roasting, to creamy soups and hearty casseroles. Recipe pages offer insight into the different varieties of potatoes, their characteristics and how to choose,
store, handle, prepare and cook them. |
