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The Idaho Potato


It turns out the Idaho potato is not the whole story. According to the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), the potato may soon surpass corn (maize) as the world’s leading crop. The potato is a vital part of the global food system, and will play a role in strengthening world food security and alleviating poverty. Potatoes are a safer crop in hard economic times, since they are not a globally traded commodity.


Photos/Recipes courtesy
Idaho Potato Commission
It seems everyone knows about the Idaho potato. In fact, the Idaho potato and the State of Idaho are nearly synonymous.

The potato is extremely important to the State. Potatoes contribute $2.5 billion (15%) of Idaho's gross state product.

More potatoes are produced in Idaho each fall than in any other growing region. Idaho's output represents about 30% of the total fall production in the United States.

Idaho's potato output is equivalent to 120 million burlap bags, each containing 100 pounds of potatoes. 12 billion pounds!

Image Preview The Idaho Potato Commission is a state agency with responsibilities including promoting Idaho potatoes. Well, in the nearly seventy years the Commission's been around, they've done a great job.

The Commission is funded by a tax levied on all Idaho-grown potatoes. The tax is used to advertise, promote and fund research to expand Idaho's potato markets.

The Idaho Potato Commission does one thing to promote their product: Share great potato recipes with everyone.

The warmer months are here, so you'll need a good recipe for potato salad. Here's my easy recipe, the perfect side dish with grilled meats and a must at picnics....so simple and tasty! A favorite at my house all summer long. Be sure to give this one a try.


SIMPLE POTATO SALAD

INGREDIENTS:

  • 3 pounds potatoes, peeled, cooked until just tender, cubed and cooled
  • 1/2 cup diced onion
  • 1/2 cup diced celery
  • 6 hard-boiled eggs, cooled and coarsely chopped

NEXT, MIX TOGETHER WELL:

  • 3/4 cup mayonnaise, more or less
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons prepared mustard
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • Simple Potato Salad


    DIRECTIONS:

    Lightly toss potatoes, celery and onion in large bowl. Cover with dressing mixture and toss gently to coat. Add eggs and gently toss to coat. Refrigerate for an hour or more to “marry” the flavors.


    Please enjoy this recipe. Do you want some additional potato recipes from the Idaho Potato Commission? Okay - Click here....!





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