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Is There A Time Of Year Or Type Of Potato That Has A Higher Content Of Sugar?

Nov 28, 2017
Q: Is there a time of year or type of potato that has a higher content of sugar?
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The Best Tips And Tricks For An Idaho Mashed Potato Demonstration

Nov 21, 2017
Q: I am a student of food and I have volunteered to be on a local television show to talk about how much I love Idaho potatoes as well as demonstrate how to make them. Any tips that might help me get through this and look like an expert?
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I Cut Too Many Potatoes How Long Can They Be Kept In The Refrigerator Covered?

Nov 14, 2017
Q: I cut too many potatoes how long can they be kept in the refrigerator covered?
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What Is A Hearty And Easy Idaho® Potato Dish I Can Make On A Weeknight?

Nov 7, 2017
Q: I’m looking for something hearty that I can serve my family on a weeknight when the weather turns cold. Oh, and some like meat, some don’t so it needs to be flexible enough to accommodate different tastes. We all like potatoes, mostly French fries and mashed potatoes from our favorite restaurants. Any suggestions?
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Can I Boil My Potatoes With Skin On 2 Days Before I Make Potato Salad? Using Whole Potatoes?

Oct 30, 2017
Q: Can I boil my potatoes with skin on 2 days before I make potato salad? Using whole potatoes?
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I Am A Hosting Youth Halloween Party And Want To Know What Would Be The Best Way To Do A Mr. Potato Head Project?

Oct 16, 2017
Q: I am hosting a youth Halloween party and I want to do a "Mr. Potato Head" project with 20-30 next week. I need to know: 1) If I bake the potatoes ahead of time, then put them into the refrigerator, how long can they stay out at room temperature while the kids decorate them? 2) Then what is the best way to reheat them so the kids can eat them?
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I Love Idaho® Potatoes And Other Root Vegetables Such As Beets. Do You Have Any Recipes That Combine The Two!

Oct 9, 2017
Q: I love Idaho® potatoes and other root vegetables such as beets. Do you have any recipes that combine the two.
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Testing My Idaho Potatoes For Sugar Accumulation With Diabetic Test Strips. Anything More Advanced Available?

Oct 2, 2017
Q: Testing my Idaho Potatoes for sugar accumulation with Diabetic Test Strips for fresh cut French fries. Anything more advanced available?
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Is Ten Days To Long To Wait And Cook Peeled And Cut French Fries?

Sep 25, 2017
Q: I peeled and sliced a LOT of potatoes for homemade French fries - ended up not cooking them yet. They've been in cold water for 10 days in the refrigerator, are still white and healthy looking. Are they safe to rinse, dry and fry - and eat?
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What Causes Runny Or Wet Potato Salad?

Sep 18, 2017
Q: What causes runny or wet potato salad?
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