Fresh Red Potatoes
Perfect For Potato Salad, Mashed Potatoes and Roasted Potatoes
These Potatoes have very thin skin, so you do not need to peel them.
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Here are some delicious ideas for using red potatoes:
1. Roasted Red Potatoes
Ingredients:
- 1.5 pounds red potatoes, quartered
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary (or thyme)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional: fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Toss the quartered potatoes with olive oil, garlic powder, rosemary, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
- Spread them in a single layer on a baking sheet.
- Roast for 25-30 minutes, or until golden and crispy, flipping halfway through.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
2. Red Potato Salad
Ingredients:
- 2 pounds red potatoes, diced
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 cup celery, chopped
- 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional: chopped fresh herbs (like dill or parsley)
Instructions:
- Boil the diced potatoes in salted water until tender, about 10-12 minutes. Drain and let cool.
- In a large bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, mustard, vinegar, salt, and pepper.
- Add the cooled potatoes, celery, red onion, and herbs. Stir gently to combine.
- Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.
3. Garlic Mashed Red Potatoes
Ingredients:
- 2 pounds red potatoes, quartered
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup milk (or cream)
- 4 tablespoons butter
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional: chives for garnish
Instructions:
- Boil the quartered potatoes in salted water until tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- Drain and return to the pot.
- Add minced garlic, milk, butter, salt, and pepper. Mash until smooth or leave slightly chunky, as desired.
- Garnish with chopped chives before serving.
4. Red Potato and Vegetable Hash
Ingredients:
- 1 pound red potatoes, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cups fresh spinach (or kale)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional: eggs (to fry or poach on top)
Instructions:
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the diced potatoes and cook for about 10 minutes until they start to soften.
- Add the onion and bell pepper, cooking until everything is tender and slightly crispy.
- Stir in the spinach and cook until wilted. Season with salt and pepper.
- If desired, serve with fried or poached eggs on top.
5. Loaded Red Potato Skins
Ingredients:
- 4 medium red potatoes
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or your choice)
- 1/2 cup cooked bacon bits (or a vegetarian substitute)
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 2 green onions, chopped
- Olive oil, salt, and pepper
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Wash and dry the potatoes, then prick them with a fork. Rub with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Bake for about 45 minutes, or until tender.
- Let cool slightly, then slice in half and scoop out some of the flesh.
- Fill with cheese and bacon, then return to the oven until the cheese melts.
- Top with sour cream and green onions before serving.
These recipes should give you a variety of delicious ways to enjoy red potatoes!
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