The Story of
Potato
Potatoes, sometimes called spuds, are a starchy tuber of the plant Solanum tuberosum. They come in a wide array of colours and sizes due to hundreds of years of cultivation. Potatoes aren't just good to eat, they are are a nutritious vegetable packed with essential vitamins and minerals that help support our bodies and increase energy levels.
Potatoes are loaded with nutrients and contain a good amount of carbs and fibre as well as vitamin C, vitamin B6, potassium and manganese. They are more energy-packed than any other popular vegetable and are used in a variety of dishes all over the world!
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Potatoes can be baked, fried, grilled or mashed. There really is no wrong way to cook potatoes, they taste delicious no matter what you do to with them!
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