Potatoes

Nutrition Facts^*

Based on a 2000 calorie diet per serving
Serving size: 1/2 c. (75g)

DV %

3
--
4.5
3.9
0.1
0
3.2
0.2

Calories: 59.3
Total Sugars: 0.5g
Carb.: 13.6g
Fiber: 1g
Total Fats: 0.1g
Cholesterol: 0mg
Protein: 1.6g
Sodium: 3.8mg

^*Data provided by USDA

Potatoes refer to the starchy tuber of a perennial plant (Solanum tuberosum) native to South America and cultivated worldwide.

Potatoes can be prepared a variety of ways: fried, baked, mashed, boiled, roasted, microwaved, or steamed.

Potato varieties common to North America include the Russet, Yukon gold, yellow fin or red gold.

Potatoes should be stored in a cool, dark place, but not in a refrigerator, as they will develop a strange flavor and turn brown. Potatoes should be stored separately from onions, due to a chemical reaction between the two that will spoil both faster.

Potatoes are often found in recipes that also contain onions, celery, carrots, chicken broth, bacon and black pepper