Potatoes, Three Ways

Baked Potatoes

No matter how much time you have to prep dinner, it’s hard to go wrong with this Idaho classic.
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CourseSide Dish
Servings3
Calories205kcal

Ingredients

  • 3 large potatoes red, russet, or white
  • 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
  • butter to serve
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Wash hands.
  • OVEN
  • Preheat oven to 425 F. Rub potatoes with oil and prick several times with a fork.
  • Place directly onto oven rack or on a baking sheet. Bake 45-60 minutes or until skin is crispy and potato is easily punctured with a fork.
  • MICROWAVE
  • Rub potatoes with oil and prick several times with a fork.
  • Place directly in microwave or use a microwave-safe dish. Cook on High for 5 minutes. Turn and cook another 3-5 minutes until cooked through.

Notes

Enjoy this as a side dish, or as a base with your favorite chili recipe!
Nutrition Facts
Baked Potatoes
Serving Size
 
1 potato
Amount per 1 Serving
Calories
205
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
5
g
8
%
Saturated Fat
 
1
g
6
%
Sodium
 
13
mg
1
%
Carbohydrates
 
37
g
12
%
Fiber
 
5
g
21
%
Sugar
 
2
g
2
%
Protein
 
4
g
8
%
Calcium
 
26
mg
3
%
Iron
 
2
mg
11
%
Potassium
 
897
mg
26
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Roasted Potatoes

You can never go wrong with this roasted potato recipe, serve with breakfast, lunch or dinner.
Print Recipe
CourseSide Dish
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Servings4 servings
Calories280kcal

Ingredients

  • 6 medium Potatoes any variety
  • 2 tsp Dried thyme
  • 2 Tbsp Olive oil
  • Salt and Pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Wash hands with soap and water
  • Preheat oven to 425 F
  • Wash and cut potatoes into cubes
  • Toss potatoes with thyme, oil, salt and pepper.
  • Roast potatoes in oven for 20 -30 minuets or until browned
  • Serve hot and enjoy !

Notes

Get creative and try some of your favorite herbs and spices with the staple dish. 
 
Nutrition Facts
Roasted Potatoes
Serving Size
 
1 serving
Amount per 1 Serving
Calories
280
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
4
g
6
%
Saturated Fat
 
1
g
6
%
Sodium
 
20
mg
1
%
Carbohydrates
 
56
g
19
%
Fiber
 
7
g
29
%
Sugar
 
3
g
3
%
Protein
 
7
g
14
%
Calcium
 
48
mg
5
%
Iron
 
3
mg
17
%
Potassium
 
1345
mg
38
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Mashed Potatoes

This recipe shows you how to make simple and delicious mashed potatoes. Great anytime of the year!
Print Recipe
CourseSide Dish
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Servings6 servings
Calories187kcal

Ingredients

  • 5 Large potatoes
  • 1 cup Low fat milk
  • 2 Tbsp Unsalted butter
  • Salt and Pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Wash hand with soap and water
  • Wash, peel, and quarter potatoes.
  • Cover potatoes with water and bring to a boil in a large pan.
  • Cook 18 to 20 minutes or until tender; drain.
  • Heat milk and butter in a small saucepan over low heat until butter is melted. Remove from heat immediately.
  • Mash potatoes with a handheld potato masher or an electric mixer. Add half the milk mixture and continue mashing. Keep adding milk until you reach your desired consistency. Season with pepper, if desired.

Notes

Serve as a side dish with your favorite main dish and our delicious grilled asparagus.
Nutrition Facts
Mashed Potatoes
Serving Size
 
1 serving
Amount per 1 Serving
Calories
187
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
4
g
6
%
Saturated Fat
 
3
g
19
%
Trans Fat
 
1
g
Cholesterol
 
12
mg
4
%
Sodium
 
27
mg
1
%
Carbohydrates
 
33
g
11
%
Fiber
 
4
g
17
%
Sugar
 
3
g
3
%
Protein
 
5
g
10
%
Vitamin D
 
1
µg
7
%
Calcium
 
72
mg
7
%
Iron
 
1
mg
6
%
Potassium
 
811
mg
23
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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