Organic Russet Potato, 1 Each

Organic Russet Potato, 1 Each

• Along with rice and wheat, potatoes are one of most important staple crop
• Russet potatoes are also a good source of minerals
• You can use russet potatoes to make baked potatoes, mashed potatoes, French fries or pureed soups

<div class="aplus"> <div class="three-fourth-col"> <h4>Potatoes and Yams</h4> <p>These tubers, first cultivated in ancient Peru, flourish in Idaho, Washington state, Oregon and in Maine.</p> <h5>How to store</h5> <p>Spuds like a cool, dry place. but there's no reason to refrigerate. Instead, place potatoes and yams in a well-ventilated place like the pantry. Don't wash until ready to use.</p> <h5>How to prep</h5> <ul> <li>If cooking with skins on, scrub with a brush under cool, running water</li> <li>Remove skins with a vegetable peeler if making mashed potatoes, or using in a recipe that calls for peeled potatoes</li> <li>Gently pierce the skin of a yam and wrap in a paper towel before microwaving for 9-10 minutes</li> </ul> <h5>Chef's tip</h5> <p>Add one peeled yam to a pot of peeled Russet potatoes for delicious, colorful mashers.</p> </div></div>