Solanum tuberosum

Due to thousands of years’ worth of selective breeding, it is estimated that there are over five-thousand different potato varieties in the world.

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Seasonality

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Description

Potatoes are an edible tuber in the nightshade family that range in color from yellow to red to purple. The above-ground parts of the potato plant are not edible. Potatoes are high in B vitamins and lutein.

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Storage tips

Potatoes store best in cool, dry, and dark places like a pantry or root cellar. Store them in a cardboard box, basket, or mesh bag for up to 2 weeks.

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Culinary tips

• Potatoes should not be eaten raw.
• The peel is edible though it’s often up to personal preference whether or not the peel is removed.
• Potatoes have a mellow flavor that pairs well with a plethora of foods and flavors. They can be boiled, steamed, baked, roasted, braised, stewed, or fried.
• Try adding cubed potatoes to your next soup, stew, or curry.