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Potatoes
The potato is a starchy root vegetable that is a common and versatile ingredient in cuisines around the world.
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Why is it bad to eat green potatoes?
Opinions and myths abound on this one! After looking at some trusted sites, the story seems to be that it's probably not a problem unless you plan on eating around ten pounds; but you'll probably want to cut out the green parts anyway. Here are three trusted sites -- the last one disagreeing with the first two.
Good Housekeeping ( http://www.goodhousekeeping.com/food/cooking/ask-susan-green-potatoes-1007 ) says it's not a big deal -- you'd never eat enough to worry about.
Kansas State University ( http://www.k-state.edu/media/WEB/News/NewsReleases/greenpotatoes101404.html ) The plant pathologist interviewed never saw a person develope a reaction -- you would get a bellyache before ra reaction. Besides, you can simply cut the green part out anyway.
Cooperative Extension ( http://www.extension.org/faq/4200 ) This one recommends " To be safe, it is best to not eat green potatoes."
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from lily999
Potatoes naturally contain some amount of the toxin solanine and are members of the nightshade family. When exposed to sunlight, potatoes turn green under the skin and the levels of solanine are increased.
Most health professionals recommend that any potatoes which have turned green be thrown away. It is probably safe if you just remove the green bits and the eyes or sprouts as they also contain high levels of solanine.
Reactions to ingestion to solanine can range from mild nausea to convulsive vomiting and diarrhea. High levels cause more severe and life-threatening reactions.
See my answer to: Are potatoes poisonous?
A better site to check is NIH's Medline.
Which of potato or lemon conducts electricity best and why?
It can better sweet a sweet potato because it already has a lot of energy used inside it
How many calories in 1 cup of potato soup?
The calories content of one cup of bean soup is determined by the type if beans used, the total ingredients added to the soup, and the weight/quantity of all the ingredients, Please feel free to ask the question again and include more detail. Alternatively, if the bean soup came from a can, packet or carton, the calorie content is usually listed in the container.
Who invented the potato clock?
William A. Borst invented the potato clock in 1983. He was helping his step daughter with a science project when he remembered a high school physics demonstration where a battery was formed by inserting two metal probes into a potato. After recreating that demonstration, he was looking for some electrical device that could be powered by such a small amount of energy. He found a digital clock module in his workshop that required a very small amount of current but the required voltage was greater that a single "potato battery" could supply. He then connected two of the spuds in series to increase the voltage supplied to the clock module. It worked. He was able to operate the digital clock module using two potatoes.
At the time all this took place, William was a partner in an auto repair business. Wondering how long one of the Potato Clocks would run, he setup an experiment to test the longevity of the spud batteries. While this test was going on, a customer who happened to work for a local newspaper came into the repair shop. After inquiring about the unusual clock there at the shop, the local paper ran a story about it. This story ultimately went out OJ the national wire services and the Potato Clock story was out.
He never made much money on this product but enjoyed the attention that it brought to him for a time. The rights to manufacture ended up with Skilcraft Corporation who manufactures the clock today under the name of "The Two Potato Clock".
Now you know the real story of the potato clock.
Best wishes to all who read this. --William A. Borst, Inventor.
As my mom always did she would quarter up potatos and let them sprout ( usually in a dark area) then plant them 3 inches under the soil. Which needs to be loose. Do not over water, causes then to rot..
Where do the best potatoes come from?
New baby potatoes come from a potato plant that was just pulled out from the ground and its tubers collected a short while ago. Usually the potato plant is just in the first part of its flowering stage when you can get nice fresh baby taters from the garden.
What is the best way to roast potatoes?
You don't make tomatoes you grow them, and if you want a lot of tomatoes you need to start in the spring with tomato seeds of baby plants from the garden center, plant them in a warm place, a greenhouse is ideal, then nurse them through the summer and you should be rewarded with more tomatoes than eat.
Are mashed potatoes a type of potato before mashed?
they are not. if you want to make mashed potatoes you don't buy potatoes called mashed potatoes, you buy baby red or something. then you mash them and then they are called mashed potatoes. as mashed ED as in past tense. i mashed the potatoes-past tense!!!!!!!!!!
Where does Asda get their potatoes from?
Apples are grown all over the UK but the main commercial orchards are to be found in the south of England, particularly Somerset.
How long will it take a potato to bake at 350 degrees?
It will take about 2 to 2.5 hours. For a large potato at 350 it takes an hour so at 250 it will take longer. I bake mine at 450 for an hour and it comes out with a crispy skin and fluffy inside. I butter the outside of the potato before I bake it to get a crispy skin on it.
What would a cook bury in mashed potatoes in hopes to bring true love to the diner?
In 18th Century Ireland, a cook would bury a ring in her mashed potatoes on Halloween night in efforts to bring love to the person who found the ring. Some other superstitions tell of adding a three penny bit, a button, a heart shaped charm, a shell, and a key. All the lights are turned out and the party guests have to dig out the charms with a spoon or fork. The one who finds the ring will marry first; the three-penny bit signifies wealth; the button, bachelor/spinsterhood; the heart,passionate love; the shell, long journeys; and the key, great success and power.
Does potato bread have gluten?
Potatoes alone do not contain gluten. Depending on what is added to make the "mashed potatoes" they should still be gluten-free eg. often milk and butter or margarine is added and this is gluten free. If for any reason a flour is added made from wheat barley rye or oats - this will then add gluten. NB: most hash-browns have a flour containing gluten added to make the exterior coating. (A corn flour or flour from maize is still gluten-free however).
Why do you boil potatoes with skin on for potato salad?
potato because the potato skin is just the covering therefor ur not supposed 2 eat it
this answer is incorrect the skin is not as good for you as the inside but it is edible and good for you
Where can i get McAlister's Country Potato Soup recipe?
They get it shipped in from a company. it is not homemade.
What country does potato bread come from?
It was created in Germany and is a potato dish mainly......
In Singapore it can be found at:
1) Marche@Vivocity
2) Mingles@Novena Square
3) Rosti(Cafe name)@Kallang Leisure Park
4) Swiss Culture@Suntec City
How long can a baked potato stay on counter before going bad?
I would not eat it after it has been siting for 1 maybe two hours
How long can potato salad be left out of the refrigerator?
Potato salad should not be left unrefrigerated for more than two hours. Less time is better. In fact, if the ambient temperature is around 90°F, cut that time to less than 1 hour.
Are instant potatoes dairy free?
No.
Dairy products are stuff that's made of milk, somehow. Cheese, youghurt, cream, butter etc.
What do potatoes do for your body?
Potatoes and other carbohydrates supply vitamins, minerals, fiber, and various phytonutrients.
Will cut potatoes spoil in water?
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potatoes do not decompose d in water. Rather water is good source of preserving pototoes. Generally housewives preserve them( after peeling) in bowl of water to save from black color,which comes after peeling.
Why does a potato have more voltage than a lemon?
because,lemon contains rich content of vitamin C where the potatoes are not in vitamin C and potatoes or not good sources of vitamins although they tastes good
Where is mashed potatoes from?
Mashed potatoes come from the underground roots of plants. Farmers remove the potatoes from underground. Then, the potatoes are sold in stores and at farmer's markets. The potatoes are purchased, washed, peeled, sliced, cooked, and mashed with a potato masher or mixer. Also, instant mashed potatoes come from dried potatoes.
An Irish dish with potatoes and cabbage?
This is sometimes called Polish Stew.
Add into a large pot:
potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
1 small or 1/2 large head of cabbage, cut into chunks
1 to 2 quartered onions
2 average rolls of polish sausage, cut into 1" slices, or Li'l Smokies, whole
Salt and pepper to taste
Cover with water and cook until vegetables are tender
*the amount of the vegetables you use is up to you according to the size pot of stew you wish to make.
