When we were down to three finalists on The Next Food Network Star, our challenge was to make the “ultimate dinner party” for an incredibly esteemed group of judges. Our budget was sky’s-the-limit huge, but you know what dish stole the show (and sealed my fate): my humble Potato Bacon Torte that costs about fifty cents a serving. That’s the wonderful thing about potatoes– they’re downright cheap, but yet – treated well – they can satisfy even the most esteemed taste buds.
Tip: Just because potatoes are inexpensive doesn’t mean you shouldn’t pay attention to price. You can usually get your potatoes a lot cheaper if you buy 5 or 10 lb. bags, rather than buying them loose. So, if you need ideas for different ways to use those potatoes, here are my Top 10 Potato Recipes based on ratings from FoodNetwork.com. Enjoy!
1. Potato-Bacon Torte
2. Quick 5-Ingredient Individual Potato Gratins
3. Perfectly Crispy Potatoes
4. Warm Steak and Potato Salad
5. Sweet Potato-Beet Hash
6. Grilled Potato Salad
7. Boiled Potatoes
8. Twice-Baked Mashed Potatoes
9. Salad Nicoise
10. Buttermilk Mashed Potatoes
Get these recipes and more on my Potato Recipes Pinterest board.
