WATCH THE VIDEO! Are they Cinnamon Rolls or Cinnamon Buns? I asked my Facebook and Twitter friends and the overwhelming response was Cinnamon Rolls. The second most popular response? Delicious! Idaho Klondike Goldust Potatoes are the secret ingredient that make these Cinnamon Rolls tender and … [Read more...]
Average Betty Nominated for 3 Taste Awards!
Average Betty is nominated for 3 Taste Awards! I always say that 3 is my lucky number, but I'm going to need a lot more than luck to bring home another Taste Award. I need your vote before 5 PM PT, November 27, 2012!! Please VOTE for Average Betty in these 2 Viewer's Choice Categories: … [Read more...]
Monster Potato Video
When life gives you lemons, make lemonade. When the Idaho Potato Commission gives you a two pound Monster Potato, bake it up and stuff it full of goodness! Watch the MONSTER POTATO video to see me bake up the MONSTER and catch a few highlights from my trip to Idaho for the Potato Harvest. … [Read more...]
Monster Baked Potato Recipe and Tips
WATCH THE VIDEO! Whether it's a two pound MONSTER courtesy of RJ Andrus and the Idaho Potato Commission or a 10 -16 ouncer you can find at any supermarket, a killer baked potato is crispy and golden on the outside, light and fluffy on the inside! For tips on baking up a killer baked potato … [Read more...]
Cultivating Monster Appreciation for Famous Idaho Potatoes
I went on a trip to Idaho to see the Potato Harvest in all its glory. I came home with one very Monstrous Potato and a truckload of awareness about America's favorite unassuming tuber. For starters, did you know that each of us consumes about 140 pounds of potatoes per year? I didn't travel … [Read more...]
MICROWONK! How to Make Microwave Potato Chips Video
I made up a word! The word is MICROWONK. mi·cro·wonk [mahy-kroh-wongk] Slang. Noun. mi·cro·wonky, mi·cro·wonker, mi·cro·wonking 1. Excessively detailed recipe for cooking in a microwave oven. 2. A person who writes or executes recipes for the microwave oven in an assiduous and thorough … [Read more...]
Microwave Potato Chips Recipe
Have an Idaho Russet and a microwave? Then you can make a crispity-crunchity stack of Potato Chips in your microwave! Seriously! This recipe and accompanying video was inspired by the very microwonky post from Emma Christensen at The Kitchn. For added instruction and entertainment, watch the … [Read more...]
How to Make Bacon Wrapped Potato Skewers Video
Some people say, "Everything is better with bacon." And who am I to argue with them? Bacon Wrapped Potato Skewers couldn't be any easier and you'd be hard-pressed to find a more crowd-pleasing flavor combination. And if that's not enough, I've also got some dipping sauce ideas that will kick your … [Read more...]
How to Make Julia Child’s Salade Nicoise Video
Julia Child's Birthday is August 15, 1912. She would have been 100 years old this year. Julia Child is one of the most revered chefs and women in our history. Strong and smart, she is also one of the most quoted. Quite honestly, I think Julia Child has a lot more in common with the Honey Badger … [Read more...]
Julia Child’s Oil and Lemon Dressing Recipe
Julia Child's Oil and Lemon Dressing is a summertime staple. It's light and fresh on any salad but compliments Julia's Salade Nicoise tremendously well. Adapted from GMA. For added instruction and entertainment, watch the How to Make Julia Child's Salade Nicoise Recipe video. For more great … [Read more...]
Julia Child’s French Potato Salad Recipe
One of Julia's favorites. Julia Child's French Potato Salad is wonderful all by itself or as the centerpiece of classic Salade Nicoise. Adapted from GMA. For added instruction and entertainment, watch the How to Make Julia Child's Salade Nicoise Recipe video. For more great recipes using Idaho … [Read more...]
Julia Child’s Salade Nicoise Recipe
Le Cordon Betty is in summer session. Julia Child's classic Salade Nicoise is an entree salad that will leave you satisfied and quite possibly smarter. Adapted from GMA. For added instruction and entertainment, watch the How to Make Julia Child's Salade Nicoise video. For more great recipes using … [Read more...]
