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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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What are Maine potatoes most used for?
The main uses of Maine potatoes are as a Maine export. The potatoes are used as their 2nd biggest export in the entire state. However, the second biggest use is for food. Potatoes can be used in a number of dishes including (but not limited to):
Mashed Potatoes, Baked Potatoes, Potato Bread, Garden Potato Salad, Italian Potatoes, Whipped Potatoes, Lyonnaise Potatoes, Cheddar Mashed Potatoes, and many more dishes.
One of the recipes for the above is:
Ingredients Necessary:
* 2 pounds potatoes (about 8 medium potatoes)
* 1/3 to 1/2 cup of milk
* 1/4 cup butter
* salt and pepper
Procedure:
Peel potatoes, place in a medium saucepan, add water and a few teaspoons of salt, bring to a boil. Cover and cook 15 to 20 minutes (until tender), drain well when done, heat some milk and butter together, pour over the potatoes, beat potatoes using an electric beater until they're broken up, add more milk and butter, beat until fluffy. You're done.
87 kg of potatoes are distributed in two boxes. One box weighs 11 kg less than the other one. How many kilograms of potatoes does the lighter box contain?
How can you catch a running potato?
I recall this happening while making potato stew. Unfortunately, the laws of physics make it impossible to catch a potato on the loose. To prevent this from happening, boil the potatoes immediately and make sure all the doors inside the kitchen are closed.
How should raw shrimp and potato salad be transported off site?
Both potato salad and raw shrimp should be kept chilled. A good way to do this is to pack it on ice in a cooler
it depends on how u look at it
Do you cook scallop potatoes with the lid on?
Putting a lid on a saucepan cuts energy consumption of electricity or gas by about 2/3. It does nothing to increase the temperature but does slow evaporation. Raising the temperature can only be done by adding salt or by using a pressure cooker.
Does BJ's sell pre made mashed potatoes?
Yes BJ's does. Look for them in the food section. Head to the area when the walk-in coolers are located. Look for the fridge ones and not the freezer ones. This is where you will find the premade mashed taters in BJs.
Do you weigh jacket potato before you cook it or after?
yes we do !! ofcourse u have to check the weight . thank you i hope it helped
Why are some baked potatoes creamy and some powdery?
Different varieties of potato have different characteristics. A Russet potato is commonly used for baking and stays quite moist if baked properly. If you choose potatoes that are dry originally they will be drier when you bake them. If you use Sieglinde potatoes they are more creamy and hold together well. Try out different varieties and see which one you like best.
How many calories in potato with butter?
2500 grams (88 ounces), if the person ate nothing but potatoes. Potatoes are not a rich source of iron.
Do red worms eat potato skins?
there are two conflicting opinions about this. some say not to give potatoes because worms dont eat living things. potatos will grow eyes, and if left, can do this without soil. onions do this too. thats why worms wont eat them. however, you will find that many people have given their worms potatos will no ill effects. it is about the quantity. i came on here it see if you could give worms pineapple. some say yes - some say no. i think i will just be safe and not give it to them. my worms are looking lovely now, and there were spells when they were not the army they should have been. dont want to jeopardise it!
Does rubbing a potato on your face help you grow facial hair?
No, but it helps you get potato on your face.
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Where are potatoes origanally from?
Originally from South America, the word 'potato' is derived from the Spanish word 'patata', which in turn is derived from the Haitian word 'batata'.
Do you add water to a roaster pan while making cheesy potatoes?
No! Never add water between the two pans. I have seen numerous people do this and then badly scald their hand when trying to move the roaster. The boiling hot water splashes out the sides. Very dangerous!
Why are potatoes cooked in water healthier than potatoes cooked in oil?
Because oil has more fat in it
Where is zone 3 and why are potatoes grown there?
zone 3 is in Adelaide, South Australia they are grown there becasue of the really warm season, they aer fully exposed to the sun and they need at least 6 hours of sun per day.
