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White Corn
White corn is a sweet corn variety. Its ears are wrapped in tightly layered pale lime green to white husks. One ear of corn can contain up to 400 kernels growing in rows lengthwise.
Cantaloupe Melon
The cantaloupe is defined by two elements: its roughly netted stone and green colored skin and its aromatic orange-coral colored flesh. When perfectly ripe, the flesh is juicy, unctuous and sweet.
Seasons/Availability
Red Potatoes are available year round.
Current Facts
Of the more than five thousand varieties of potatoes in the world, the most common variety in the United States is the red potato. Red potatoes are often labeled as "new potatoes' though this a reference to a potato harvested immaturely. Red potato varieties can grow beyond 2" in diameter and length.
Description/Taste
Though there are literally hundreds of varieties of red potatoes the most common red potato is ruby red smooth-skinned with a waxy firm white flesh. Red potatoes are roughly rounded to oval in shape and small to medium in size. The entire potato is edible. Their flavor is more robust compared to many pale skinned varieties. This a versatile potato which holds its shape well, thus should be used beyond the assumed baking and frying recipes.
Nutritional Value
The predominant form of nutrition that the red potato provides is carbohydrates. Regardless of speculation, the flesh and the skin contain equal amounts of nutrition.
Applications
Red potatoes' flavor and texture lend themselves best to boiling and roasting applications. They absorb accompanying flavors well and offer a textural element in a variety of dishes both cold and hot. Red potatoes are considered a quintessential salad potato. As this is a root vegetable, it should be washed thoroughly before preparing. Store in a cool dry place.
Ethnic/Cultural Info
The potato is an important economic crop for countries throughout the world. Its perishability rate though makes it largely under traded internationally. Regardless, its presence is still international. In 2008 the potato was named "International Year of the Potato", a nod to its thousands of varieties' accessibility to all social classes in nearly every culture.
Geography/History
The red potato was first cultivated in Peru. It was naturalized in the Old World via Spanish sailors bringing the potato with them on returning voyages to Europe.
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Red Potatoes are available year round.
Current Facts
Of the more than five thousand varieties of potatoes in the world, the most common variety in the United States is the red potato. Red potatoes are often labeled as "new potatoes' though this a reference to a potato harvested immaturely. Red potato varieties can grow beyond 2" in diameter and length.
Description/Taste
Though there are literally hundreds of varieties of red potatoes the most common red potato is ruby red smooth-skinned with a waxy firm white flesh. Red potatoes are roughly rounded to oval in shape and small to medium in size. The entire potato is edible. Their flavor is more robust compared to many pale skinned varieties. This a versatile potato which holds its shape well, thus should be used beyond the assumed baking and frying recipes.
Nutritional Value
The predominant form of nutrition that the red potato provides is carbohydrates. Regardless of speculation, the flesh and the skin contain equal amounts of nutrition.
Applications
Red potatoes' flavor and texture lend themselves best to boiling and roasting applications. They absorb accompanying flavors well and offer a textural element in a variety of dishes both cold and hot. Red potatoes are considered a quintessential salad potato. As this is a root vegetable, it should be washed thoroughly before preparing. Store in a cool dry place.
Ethnic/Cultural Info
The potato is an important economic crop for countries throughout the world. Its perishability rate though makes it largely under traded internationally. Regardless, its presence is still international. In 2008 the potato was named "International Year of the Potato", a nod to its thousands of varieties' accessibility to all social classes in nearly every culture.
Geography/History
The red potato was first cultivated in Peru. It was naturalized in the Old World via Spanish sailors bringing the potato with them on returning voyages to Europe.
Featured Restaurants
Restaurants currently purchasing this product as an ingredient for their menu.
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Recipe Ideas
Recipes that include Red Potatoes. One
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