All bad puns aside (seriously), many societies would not have survived if it wasn’t for the humble potato , and some almost didn’t make it because of the potato . In fact, each American eats over 100 pounds of potatoes a year , and we are not alone. The United States produced just over 17.5 million tons of potatoes in 2007, which was a slight decrease from the previous year, but still enough to put us at the number 5 spot worldwide. When it comes to potatoes, it’s not all russets and reds. There are some awesome varieties of heirloom potatoes out there, and Seed Saver’s Exchange has a pretty good selection of seed potatoes so that you, too can experience the thrill of yanking them from the soil. Potatoes come in shades from bright pink to purple to rich, golden yellow, and as many shapes as you can imagine. Grab your local...
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