The Humble Potato: Recipes for Any Meal

January 09, 2011

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Potato Basics

Potatoes come in a variety of sizes, colors, and textures; there are several hundred cultivars commercially available in the United States. Potatoes can be divided into two main categories -- starchy and waxy. Starchy potatoes, such as russets, are fluffy and floury when cooked. Waxy varieties, such as new potatoes and fingerlings, are low in starch, have a creamy texture, and hold their shape well when cooked.

In Season: Potatoes (except for new potatoes) are available year-round.

What to Look For: Look for potatoes that are firm and free of cracks and bruises. Avoid potatoes that have sprouted "eyes" or have green-tinged skin -- both signs of improper storage.

How to Store: Store potatoes in a cool, dark place (not the refrigerator). Waxy potatoes are best used within a week, while starchy varieties keep for several months.

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Crispy Potato Roast

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Fennel and Potato Bake

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Everyday Mashed Potatoes

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Spicy Chili Baked Potato

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French Potato Salad

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Potato Pancakes

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Twice-Baked Potatoes

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Rich Roasted Potatoes

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Luxurious Mashed Potatoes

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Basic Potato Salad

Credit: Victoria Pearson

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Potato Waffles

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Potato and Goat Cheese Pierogi

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Potatoes Anna

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Potatoes with Bacon and Onion

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Big Martha's Mashed Potatoes with Cream Cheese

Credit: Johnny Miller

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Potato Gnocchi

Credit: Alison Miksch

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Potato Pave

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Red Bliss Potato Salad with Blue Cheese, Bacon, and Chives

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Lemon-and-Thyme Potato Gratin

Credit: Dana Gallagher

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Potato and Celery Root Rosti

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Potato Croquettes

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Braised Potatoes

Credit: SANG AN

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Roasted Mustard Potatoes

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Lemon Potatoes

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Potato and Red-Pepper Frittata

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Twice-Baked Sour Cream and Chive Potatoes

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Potatoes Antico Modo

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Roasted Red Potatoes

Credit: Jonathan Lovekin

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Potato Chips with Malt Vinegar

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Cheesy Hash Brown Bake

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Potatoes Rioja-Style with Chorizo

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Scalloped Potatoes with Leeks

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Dijon Potato Salad

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Crushed Yukon Gold Potatoes

Credit: Sang An

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Nacho Potatoes

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Potato Salad with Cipollini Onions, Olives, and Fennel

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Roasted-Garlic Mashed Potatoes

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Paprika Oven Fries

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Dinner Home Fries

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Potato-Chive Pancake

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Fingerling Potatoes and Goat Cheese Fondue

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Lemon Fingerling Potatoes

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Roasted Fingerling Potatoes with Seasoned Salt

Credit: James Baigrie

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Grilled Potato Slices with Salt and Vinegar

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Potato-Rosemary Pizetta

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Alsatian Potato Pie

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Potato Gratin

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Baked Potato Chips

Credit: Krause, Johansen

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Baked Potatoes with Roasted Garlic

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