One of the ingredients of almost all
Thanksgiving and other holiday meals is the potato. The starchy, edible tuber
was introduced to the world around 400 years ago from regions around the Andes . Originally they were grown almost 10,000 years ago
in Peru and Bolivia and are now found growing in most countries around the
world, although the Andes continues have major production.
Currently potatoes are the fourth largest
food crop in the world and there are more than a thousand different types. They
are versatile and can be enjoyed baked, boiled, or fried. They can be mashed,
sliced, chopped, diced or eaten whole. They can be eaten cold or hot, raw or
cooked. I will need some chips to hold me over until next Thursday and
mashed potatoes with cheese and bacon. Mmm!
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