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Interesting history
What was once an exotic plant in the garden of King Philip II of Spain has now become a source of food for the world. Read all about the potato’s interesting history.
Firm or floury?
The potato breaks up easily during boiling, and is sometimes called mushy. Suitable for mashing, for a traditional Dutch stamppot or a French soufflé and in soups. Examples are Eigenheimer, Dore and Redstar. Read all about it in the chapter Varieties.
Does eating potatoes make you fat?
No, potatoes provide a scant 85 kcal per 100 gram. It tends to be the gravy served along with the potatoes that delivers extra calories. Click here to get tips and go to FAQ's.