Potatoes were introduced to America in the 18th century. They were first planted in Idaho in 1836
; the state now grows 25% of the nation’s potatoes. Idahoan Luther Burbank developed the Russet Burbank potato in 1872, a more disease-resistant version of t
he Irish russet potato. And as with all success stories as they say ... the rest is history. So whether they are baked, boiled or fried potatoes are an important part of the American dinner table. I guess you could say we Love our Spuds! ~ Chef ~
