Potato

The humble potato lends itself to many dishes. Bland on its own, it is perfect for adding flavours to complement main dishes. Here are ideas:

Potato gratin (dauphinois)
Potato boulangere
Baked jacket potato
Potato galette
Potato tart, quiche and pizza
Potato chips, skins and wedges
Potato mash
Potato rosti and fritters
Potato salad
Potato masala
Potato soup
Potato gnocchi
Potato paratha

Potato has high potassium. Water from boiling potatoes and the discarded skins make a wonderful fertiliser for potted herbs.

To par cook whole potatoes:
Score with a sharp knife and microwave 2 minutes/200 g or
Boil for 15 minutes

To cook whole potatoes:
Score with a sharp knife and microwave 4 minutes/200 g or
Bring to boil and simmer for 40 minutes

To bake whole potatoes:
Bake for 40 minutes at 180 degrees Celsius until soft when tested with a skewer.