Potato chips are a beloved snack enjoyed worldwide, but have you ever wondered about their origin? This crispy, salty treat has a fascinating history that dates back to the mid-19th century. Let's dive into how potato chips started as the saratoga chip to become the popular snack … [Read more...] about The Crispy Chronicle: Unraveling the Delicious History of Potato Chips
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The Royal Roots of Duchess Potatoes
Duchess potatoes, sometimes known as Duchesse potatoes, are a classic French dish that dates back to the 19th century. These little potato puffs are cream-colored, soft and fluffy on the inside with a crispy golden crust on the outside. But where did these elegant spuds come … [Read more...] about The Royal Roots of Duchess Potatoes
Fannie Farmer’s Bolivia (Potato) Salad
First published in 1896 as The Boston Cooking-School Cook Book by Fannie Merritt Farmer, the cookbook quickly became known as the Fannie Farmer Cookbook. By far the most famous cookbook of its era, it changed the world of food preparation, teaching generations of Americans how to … [Read more...] about Fannie Farmer’s Bolivia (Potato) Salad
Game Changing Scalloped Potatoes
If you have made scalloped potatoes in the past you can be waiting hours for your raw potatoes to cook. This game changing recipe was inspired by America's Test Kitchen. They drastically cut the cooking time by precooking the potatoes, using lots of cream instead of flour/milk … [Read more...] about Game Changing Scalloped Potatoes
Easy Baked Potato Upgrade
Lord D has been making these baked potatoes for years. His first job as a child in his parent's Fish & Chip restaurant was chip cutter so potatoes are in his blood. These potatoes take baked potatoes to a new level. A little more work than just popping potatoes in the … [Read more...] about Easy Baked Potato Upgrade
