Delicious home-grown potatoes are one of the many pleasures of life. Boil ’em, mash ’em, fry ’em, butter ’em, devour ’em I say! The varieties of potatoes are endless too! Desiree, Pink Eye, Kipfler, Pontiac, Sebago – the list goes on and on. Get a collection of different types for a beautiful colorful display when eating. No, don’t peel them all the time. Just give them a good wash before cooking, and eat skin and all! It’s important to know which variety of potato is good for different types of cooking. Floury potatoes are good for baking, mashing, gnocchi and chips, while the waxy varieties are better for boiling and salads.

How do I grow my potatoes? Well, check out my cheeky little Growing potatoes guide for some more info. Once you’ve harvested your gorgeous potatoes, hide them in the dark in a paper bag, and they’ll keep for ages! Oh, here are some tips on companion planting and what goes best when growing alongside your precious gems!

Need a new recipe? Here’s my deliciousOregano chip recipe!