Spud Duds

I'm already pretty defensive about our Maritime farmers, but this Toronto Star story about PEI potato farmers broke my heart.

It's too bad that Americans get their potatoes mostly from fries and chips because potatoes are a satisfying and nutrient rich food:

Protein - 6%

Vitamin C - 50%

Thiamin - 8%

Riboflavin - 2%

Niacin- 10%

Iron - 8%

Vitamin B6 - 15%

Folacin (folic acid) - 8%

Phosphorus - 8%

Magnesium - 8%

Zinc - 2%

Copper - 8%

Pantothenic acid - 4%

Iodine - 15%

I liken them to avocados in the way they manage to fill you up: extra-high satisfaction factor. They also have that added x-factor that they add to any meal. Everyone loves potatoes and they are always a welcome meal addition.

Plus they are so simple to prepare!

Preheat oven to 475 F. Cut potatoes into bite-sized pieces. Toss them with your favourite herbs and spices and a little olive oil. (I used smoked paprika, cayenne, rosemary and garlic. Pick yours!)

Arrange in a single layer on a baking sheet and cook for 20-30 minutes, turning once or twice so they cook evenly all over.

Support Canadian farmers!