All about Potatoes: Varieties, Sowing, Recipes and Direct Purchase from the Producer on Agricook
Find out all about the types of potatoes, when to sow them, the best recipes and how to buy them directly from the producer on Agricook. Choose from the different varieties and taste the freshness and quality of locally grown potatoes.

Find out all about the types of potatoes, when to sow them, the best recipes and how to buy them directly from the producer on Agricook. Choose from the different varieties and taste the freshness and quality of locally grown potatoes.

Types of potatoes

• There are many potato varieties, but the main ones are divided into four categories: sweet potatoes, floury potatoes, yellow-fleshed potatoes, and white-fleshed potatoes.
  

  • Sweet Potatoes: They are very sweet and have a soft texture. They are ideal for grilling or frying and are perfect for soups and sauces.
  • Flour Potatoes: These are potatoes that are high in starch and have a crunchy texture. They are ideal for use as a base for French fries and mashed potatoes.
  • Yellow-fleshed potatoes: they have a soft texture and a delicate flavour. They are ideal for soups and omelettes.
  • White-fleshed potatoes: they are potatoes with a firm consistency and a delicate flavor. They are ideal for potato salads and baked potatoes.
  
  

When to plant potatoes

Potatoes can be sown in spring or autumn, depending on the variety. Sweet potatoes are usually sown in spring, while mealy and yellow-flesh potatoes can be sown in either spring or fall.

For best results, it's important to choose a sunny, well-drained area for planting your potatoes. Make sure the soil is well fertilized and that there are no weeds nearby.

Potato recipes

• Potatoes are a versatile ingredient that can be used in many different ways in cooking. Here are some of our favorite potato recipes:

  • French fries: cut the potatoes into thin slices and fry them in plenty of hot oil until they are golden brown and crispy.
  • Mashed potatoes: boil the potatoes, mash them and mix them with milk, butter and salt to obtain a creamy and delicious mashed potatoes.
  • Potato Salad: Dice potatoes and mix with mayonnaise, fresh herbs and spring onions to create a fresh and flavorful potato salad.
  • Baked Potatoes: Cut potatoes into cubes, mix with olive oil, herbs and salt and cook in the oven until golden brown and crispy.
  • Potato soup: cut the potatoes into cubes and cook them in a pot with vegetable broth, onions and aromatic herbs until they are soft. Blend to get a delicious creamy soup.
  
  

  
  

  How to buy potatoes on Agricook
  

  • On Agricook, you can buy potatoes directly from the producer, even for seeding. This means you can be sure that the potatoes you buy are fresh and of high quality.
    
    
    • Plus, by buying directly from the manufacturer, you're supporting local agriculture and reducing the environmental impact associated with long-distance distribution.
    • To buy potatoes on Agricook, just follow these simple steps:
    • Visit the Agricook website and select the "Potatoes" category
    • Choose the variety of potatoes you prefer
    • Add them to your cart and proceed to checkout
    • Choose the payment method you prefer and complete the order
    
    
    In a few days, you will receive your potatoes directly to your home, ready to be planted or used in the kitchen.
    Potatoes are a versatile and tasty ingredient that can be used in many different recipes. Choose from the various potato varieties to find the ones that best suit your culinary needs, and buy them directly from the producer on Agricook to get the highest quality and support local agriculture.

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