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Why Are My French Fries So Dark?

Sep 24, 2010
Q: My fries (I use frozen shoe string cut potatoes) are too dark. What can I do?
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Preparing Baked Potatoes for a Crowd of 450 People

Sep 22, 2010
Q: We are preparing baked potatoes for a crowd of 450 in two days. Is it OK to go ahead and wash and wrap the potatoes now?
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Back to School Basics with Fresh Cut Fries

Sep 20, 2010
Q: With “Back to School” themes everywhere, do you have any suggestions on what more I could learn about fresh cut French fries?
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Become an Expert on Frying Potaotes

Sep 17, 2010
Q: Do you have any resources that you can share on becoming an expert on frying Idaho® potatoes?
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Where Can I go for all of my Potato Questions?

Sep 15, 2010
Q: I have a potato question, have I arrived at the right source?
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Mashed Potatoes Insight

Sep 13, 2010
Q: What’s hot with mashed potatoes right now?
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Proper Baking Time for Potatoes

Sep 10, 2010
Q: What is the proper baking time for a nice dry and fluffy Idaho® Russet potato?
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My French Fries Taste Odd...

Aug 9, 2010
Q: My French fries taste odd, what’s up?
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Potato Inspiration

Aug 6, 2010
Q: I need some potato inspiration, any ideas?
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My Potato Dishes Taste Bland...

Aug 4, 2010
Q: My potato dishes are not getting as many compliments as I had hoped. I’m using good ingredients, what’s wrong?
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