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Potatoes

Seasonality

Summer/Fall

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How to cook potatoes

Potatoes are a versatile, rather inexpensive ingredient. They are great roasted, braised, and fried and have a myriad of uses in side dishes, and even some main dishes.

How to buy potatoes

Look for potatoes that have minimal marks, but no cuts, bruises, soft spots, or wrinkles. That would be a good indication that the potato is past its prime.

How to store potatoes

Store potatoes in a cool, dark area as light and heat are the enemy. I keep my potatoes in a drawer, away from the oven, and stored in a brown paper bag that’s left open. Potatoes should be eaten within a couple weeks of purchasing. If a potato sprouts or has green spots, cut off before eating (and don’t wait any longer to eat).

Varieties

Russet
Yukon
Fingerling
Purple
Red

About

As more and more people focus on healthier foods, potatoes often get a bad name. While they might not have all the nutrients of sweet potatoes, they do have a place in my diet and cooking.

Russet and yukon potatoes are perfect for making mashed potatoes and french fries. Fingerlings are my go-to for a beautiful side, while red and purple potatoes make for wonderful salads and hashes. Russets are on the starchier side of potatoes, which is why they make great mashed potatoes (low moisture/don’t hold their shape), while waxy and all-purpose potatoes have less starch and hold their shape a bit better.

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 All Vegetarian Potato Recipes

  • Arugula Salad with Roasted Potato and Endives
    Arugula Salad with Roasted Potato and Endives
  • Baked French Fries with Curried Ketchup
    Baked French Fries with Curried Ketchup
  • Barley, Smoked Paprika Red Potatoes, and Hard Boiled Egg
    Barley, Smoked Paprika Red Potatoes, and Hard Boiled Egg
  • Black-Eyed Peas and Dill Potato Skillet
    Black-Eyed Peas and Dill Potato Skillet
  • Braised Potato Salad with White Beans
    Braised Potato Salad with White Beans
  • Breakfast Enchiladas with Avocado Cream Sauce
    Breakfast Enchiladas with Avocado Cream Sauce
  • Buffalo Chickpea Vegetarian Loaded Potato
    Buffalo Chickpea Vegetarian Loaded Potato
  • Celeriac Soup with Thyme
    Celeriac Soup with Thyme
  • Cheesy BBQ Loaded Potatoes
    Cheesy BBQ Loaded Potatoes
  • Chili Baked Potato with Cheese
    Chili Baked Potato with Cheese
  • Chimichurri Potato Tacos with Pinto Beans
    Chimichurri Potato Tacos with Pinto Beans
  • Garlic Roasted Potato and Spinach Salad with Eggs
    Garlic Roasted Potato and Spinach Salad with Eggs
  • Green Curry with Potatoes and Chickpeas
    Green Curry with Potatoes and Chickpeas
  • Halloumi Burrito Bowl with Roasted Potatoes and Guacamole
    Halloumi Burrito Bowl with Roasted Potatoes and Guacamole
  • Kohlrabi Fritters with Garlic Herb Cashew Cream Sauce
    Kohlrabi Fritters with Garlic Herb Cashew Cream Sauce
  • Loaded Potatoes with Spiced Chickpeas and Yogurt
    Loaded Potatoes with Spiced Chickpeas and Yogurt
  • Minestrone Soup with Brown Rice and Chickpeas
    Minestrone Soup with Brown Rice and Chickpeas
  • Pesto Potato Skillet
    Pesto Potato Skillet
  • Potato Beet Salad with White Beans
    Potato Beet Salad with White Beans
  • Potato Chickpea Croquettes with Garlicky Sunflower Dip
    Potato Chickpea Croquettes with Garlicky Sunflower Dip
  • Potato Masala and Egg Skillet
    Potato Masala and Egg Skillet
  • Roasted Potato Pizza with Goat Cheese
    Roasted Potato Pizza with Goat Cheese
  • Roasted Potatoes with Harissa
    Roasted Potatoes with Harissa
  • Roasted Romesco Potatoes
    Roasted Romesco Potatoes
  • Romesco Potato Arugula Salad
    Romesco Potato Arugula Salad
  • Romesco Potato Pizza
    Romesco Potato Pizza
  • Root Vegetable Hash Egg Skillet
    Root Vegetable Hash Egg Skillet
  • Root Vegetable Pot Pie
    Root Vegetable Pot Pie
  • Rosemary Potato Egg Bake
    Rosemary Potato Egg Bake
  • Smoked Paprika Potato Spinach Salad with Homemade Blue Cheese Dressing
    Smoked Paprika Potato Spinach Salad with Homemade Blue Cheese Dressing
  • Smoked Paprika Red Potatoes and Egg Bake
    Smoked Paprika Red Potatoes and Egg Bake
  • Smoked Paprika Red Potatoes and Spinach Salad with Homemade Blue Cheese
    Smoked Paprika Red Potatoes and Spinach Salad with Homemade Blue Cheese
  • Spiced Lentil Stew with Potatoes
    Spiced Lentil Stew with Potatoes
  • Spinach Curried Red Potato Salad
    Spinach Curried Red Potato Salad
  • Summer Squash Soup
    Summer Squash Soup
  • Sunchoke Latkes with Poached Egg
    Sunchoke Latkes with Poached Egg
  • Sunchoke Soup with Fennel
    Sunchoke Soup with Fennel
  • Vegetarian Chile Verde with Garbanzo Beans
    Vegetarian Chile Verde with Garbanzo Beans
  • Vegetarian Chili Cheese Fries
    Vegetarian Chili Cheese Fries
  • Vegetarian Ponyshoe
    Vegetarian Ponyshoe
  • Warm Mustard Potato Salad (No Mayo!)
    Warm Mustard Potato Salad (No Mayo!)
  • Warm Potato Arugula Salad
    Warm Potato Arugula Salad
  • White Beans in Spicy Tomato Sauce
    White Beans in Spicy Tomato Sauce
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Recent Recipes

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    Minestrone Soup with Brown Rice and Chickpeas
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    Vegetarian Chile Verde with Garbanzo Beans
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    Loaded Potatoes with Spiced Chickpeas and Yogurt

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