National Potato Day | August 19
Sat Aug 19th

National Potato Day

Ah, spuds. Each year, the humble potato takes center stage on August 19th. In truth, though, doesn't it steal the show at almost every meal? Doesn't it steal the show?

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These taters add the flavor whether baked, fried, or mashed. They are a staple of many dishes, as well. These versatile root vegetables satisfy and fill us up, filling a void for appetizer dishes and doing double duty at suppertime...

More than 4,000 varieties of potatoes grow around the world, according to the International Potato Center. More than 4,000 varieties of potatoes grow around the world. Not only that, but they also come in a variety of beautiful colors and sizes. Vitamin C and potassium are included in this starchy carbohydrate, without fat or cholesterol, and is packed with Vitamin C and potassium. This vegetable is popular for several people, depending on your dietary requirements and how you prepare your potatoes. However, it's a no-no in a low-carb diet, with 26 grams of carbohydrates.

When it comes to the health of a potato, we tend to value the benefits as we prepare them. We fry them and load them with toppings such as cheese, sour cream, and butter. Who doesn't like a loaded baked potato? Ok, ok. Now, you can all put your hands down.

How to celebrate national potato day

It shouldn't be too difficult to find a way to enjoy a potato with so many ways to enjoy it. Nevertheless, we do have a few tateriffic ways to get you off: We do have a few tateriffic ways to get you off:

  • A baked potato buffet was served by Host at the Host's house. Line up all the best toppings such as cheese, jalapenos, bacon, chopped onions, chili, fried chicken, or ranch. Whether you're looking for a unique way to express yourself
  • ice cream. Tried French fries were dipped in soft, vanilla ice cream. You will be surprised if you've never tried it before
  • To make a new kind of nacho, swap your corn chips with French fries. For German flair, try beer brats, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, and sour cream. Corned beef is used in Aim for a bit of Irish celebration by using corned beef.
  • Describe your favorite recipes. Share your favorite recipes. You know, these are the ones you always go to when you're craving potatoes. Or, try a new dish and give it a try
  • Make a hearty potato soup by making a hearty potato soup With so many different dishes to try, one of them is sure to please!
  • Visit your new restaurant and pile on the potatoes. Whether it's an entree or an appetizer, be sure to give the restaurant a shout-out
  • Check out this Home Fries dish

If you're celebrating, be sure to post #NationalPotatoDay on social media.

History of national potato day has spanned history. National potato day is the oldest in the United States

Since at least 2006, the nation's comfort food has been honored. All around the country were growing up during the year's National Potato Day celebrations.

Potato FAQ

Q. Which is healthier, the white potato or the sweet potato?

Thanks to fiber and vitamins, the sweet potato edges out the white potato over the white potato. However, both are extremely nutrient. The vegetables themselves have a larger effect on our diet than the root vegetables themselves. The ratios on diet will quickly shift between frying vs. baking, toppings, and more.

Q. Is there any other potato holidays?

A. You bet your sweet potato there is! Sweet Potato Awareness Month is November. In February, we celebrate National Eat a Sweet Potato Day, and in March, we celebrate National Tater Day. In July, we can't forget National French Fry Day.

Q. How are potatoes prepared?

Potatoes can be prepared in a variety of ways. Potatoes are also used to make bread, pasta, hash browns, pancakes, soup, croquettes, and frying, among other things.

Q. Which country produces the most potatoes? Q. What country produces the most potatoes?

A. In 2016, China exported the most potatoes at more than 99 million tonnes. The United States ranks fifth in 5th place behind India, Russia, and Ukraine.