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Spooky season is here, but there’s nothing to fear from this media coverage of potatoes’ nutritional benefits and culinary tips.
Bon Appetit: White Potatoes Are Not Empty Calories. They’re Actually Great for You
Brooklyn-based trainer Julie Jefferson tells Bon Appetit, “White potatoes provide an easy way to increase carb intake. And because they are also an easy food to digest, they can help training and recovery feel easier on our bodies.”
The spud plays a starring role in “The Martian,” a modern sci-fi classic in which Matt Damon is an astronaut stranded on Mars who survives on potatoes he grows himself. According to the article, real potatoes were grown for the movie.
Allrecipes: Woody Harrelson’s 4-Ingredient Potato Soup Is the Dinner Shortcut You Need This Fall
Emmy-winning actor Woody Harrelson’s simple soup recipe includes only four ingredients: potatoes, leeks, garlic, and vegetable bouillon cubes. He recommends garnishing it with “a drizzle of truffle oil, sauteed mushrooms of preference, fresh chopped parsley, red chili flakes, or sauteed leeks.”
Food Republic: For More Caramelized Baked Potatoes, Make Them Danish-Style
For a sweeter baked potato, this article recommends the Danish “brunede kartofler,” which translates to “browned potatoes.” The spuds are coated in caramel and traditionally served alongside roast duck or pork, red cabbage, and brown gravy.
Allrecipes: Mississippi Mud Potatoes Are the One-Pan Side Dish That Rivals a Loaded Baked Potato
This recipe is “essentially a deconstructed baked potato,” with all the ingredients mixed in a single baking dish for easy prep and cleanup. It blends mayo, crispy bacon, and gooey cheese with diced onion, garlic cloves, salt, fresh ground black pepper, and green onions.
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