Christopher McCandless, in full Christopher Johnson McCandless, byname Alexander Supertramp, (born February 12, 1968, El Segundo, California, U.S.—found dead September 6, 1992, Stampede Trail, Alaska), American adventurer who died from starvation and possibly poisoning, at age 24, while camping alone on a remote trail … What did Chris McCandless eatRead More →
The fiber in sweet potatoes helps beat hunger in two ways: it’s filling, and it helps keep your blood sugar stable. … And hey, make sure you eat the skin — it’s got its own load of fiber and nutrients. Are sweet potatoes as satiating as white potatoes? Many peopleRead More →
Like tomatoes, raw potatoes contain solanine, a compound that is toxic to some dogs. However, cooking a potato reduces the levels of solanine. If you do feed your dog a potato, it should be baked or boiled, with nothing added to it. How much potato can a dog eat? HowRead More →
Throwing in a cold stick of butter and a splash of milk straight from the refrigerator will immediately cool down some of the spuds, which will prevent a creamy, smooth mash. If you take the time to slowly heat milk or heavy cream and butter in a small saucepan onRead More →
Mashed potatoes can be made almost completely ahead. Do nearly everything – boil, peel and mash; stir in milk and salt – up to two days ahead. Before serving, reheat. Adding butter at the last minute makes them taste freshly mashed. Can mashed potatoes be eaten the next day? MashedRead More →
So what are the best potatoes for fries? The best potatoes for fries are Russet and Maris Piper potatoes. Maris Piper is mainly limited to the market in the United Kingdom and Western Europe, so the Russet is the best potato for fries worldwide. What do Maris Piper potatoes tasteRead More →
Pumpkins/Squash. Onions. Fennel. Carrots. How do you protect potatoes from pests? General Bug Deterrent Marigolds are commonly used to protect potato vines from many different bugs. Marigolds also attract beneficial insects that protect your potatoes, such as parasitic wasps, which kill potato-eating worms, and fly-attacking lacewings. What affects the growthRead More →
Potatoes are one of the easiest and most rewarding vegetables for gardeners. They tolerate a wide variety of soils and produce an abundance of food that can usually be stored. When to plant For an early crop, plant out seed two weeks before last frost. The main crop can thenRead More →
How long can peeled and cut potatoes sit in water before cooking, before they begin taking on too much water? A: We usually recommend no more than 24 hours. You can keep the potatoes from absorbing the water by making sure the water is not salted, and is chilled (youRead More →
Do deer eat potatoes? Yes, they do, especially the sweet potato variety. They will also eat other potatoes, including toxic potato leaves if hungry enough. Potatoes are equally used in certain areas to feed deer, so they are not deer deterrents. Can whitetail deer eat potatoes? Deer will eat cilantro,Read More →