The humble potato is a tuber originally cultivated in Peru. When properly prepared potatoes can satisfy (almost) all human nutritional needs. The potato was responsible for the health of the Irish population during past centuries. Unfortunately, over reliance on potatoes resulted in widespread famine when potatoes crops failed.
This webpage was been prepared for the Web Site Creation course at Dawson College.
Link to the potato Wikipedia page: WikiPotato
Link to the Great Famine (Ireland) Wikipedia page: WikiFamine
Resource by an agriculture advocacy group for potatoes, take part! Ontario Fruit & Vegetable Growers' Association
Try a recipe! Indian Cuisine Potato Prep