2016 “PASSIONATE ABOUT POTATOES” CHEF RECIPE CARDS NOW AVAILABLE FROM THE IDAHO POTATO COMMISSION

Eagle ID (March 2016)—For five years, chefs across the country have spread the word about Idaho® potato popularity, profitability and infinite versatility in the Idaho Potato Commission “Passionate About Potatoes” ad series. For 2016, the series features seven new chefs, seven exciting new potato menu concepts, and a bold new look. And now, these signature recipes are collected in a “Passionate About Potatoes” recipe card set.

Chef and restaurant contributors include Julianne Ratliff (Macy’s), Caroline Perini (Easy Slider Food Truck), Beverly Kim and Johnny Clark (Parachute), Kathleen Blake (The Rusty Spoon), Ina Pinkney (Ina’s), Donna Wyllie (Cañonita), and Ivy Stark (Dos Caminos Restaurants). Need we add that their menu applications demonstrate their passion and creativity? Potatoes Relleno, Idaho® Baked Potato Bing Bread, The Meat ‘n Idaho® Potato Easy Slider and Perfect Idaho® Potato Pancakes are among the innovative recipe ideas.

To order the 2016 “Passionate About Potatoes” chef recipe set, email the Idaho Potato Commission at jvail@potato.idaho.gov, or call 208-334-2350. To browse the Idaho Potato Commission foodservice recipe database or download the Idaho Potato Commission Foodservice Toolkit, visit idahopotato.com/foodservice. Also available on the site: a helpful size guide and Idaho® potato preparation tips, as well as answers and solutions to operational and culinary FAQs.

About the Idaho Potato Commission
Established in 1937, the Idaho Potato Commission (IPC) is a state agency that is responsible for promoting and protecting the famous “Grown in Idaho®” seal, a federally registered trademark that assures consumers they are purchasing genuine, top-quality Idaho® potatoes. Idaho’s growing season of warm days and cool nights, ample mountain–fed irrigation and rich volcanic soil, give Idaho® potatoes their unique texture, taste and dependable performance. These ideal growing conditions are what differentiate Idaho® potatoes from potatoes grown in other states. For more information, visit: www.idahopotato.com.