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My Potatoes Turned Gray in the Slow Cooker

I made a slow cooker meal with chunks of Idaho potatoes that I placed in a tin foil pack in the bottom of the slow cooker. I put a whole fryer chicken on top of the foil pack and cooked the chicken on low for 7 hours. After 7 hours, I opened up the foil to find some very gray potato chunks. What happened? Are they safe to eat?
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French Fry Producer from the 1970’s

I would like to know how I can find a French fry producer who was in business back in 1970's and 1980's, who supplied French fries to eateries in Idaho. Can you please help me out?
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Baked Potato Bar for 150 People

I will be feeding 150 people a baked potato bar.  I live 3 hours from the event.  Can I pre-cook the potatoes, store them in a cooler (was thinking about using a heating pad to keep it hot) And transport them to the feeding location? Also… How long will baked potatoes last – when the heat is retained? Should I wrap them in foil individually – before or after cooking? Or, should I find a location closer to the event that can cook 150 potatoes for me?
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Dr. Potato - Traditional Mashed Potatoes

Do you have a great, simple mashed potato recipe to share?
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Cooking with Dehydrated Potatoes

I was cleaning out my pantry the other day and noticed that I have several packets and containers of dry potatoes for recipes like mashed potatoes and hash browns and scalloped potatoes. Any suggestions on using these as a base for a more interesting recipe?
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Using Leftover Potato Bread

I always buy potato bread or potato rolls for special occasions, but I sometimes have some leftover. What can I make with the leftovers?
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Suggestions for Takeout Baked Idaho Potatoes

BAKE AND TAKE, any suggestions for takeout baked Idaho Potatoes?
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Vegan Potato Recipes

I have vegan friends coming over dinner, so what vegan recipes can I make with potatoes?
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Are Potatoes Just for Breakfast Now?

What are your thoughts on using Idaho potatoes not just for breakfast, but for brunch, lunch or dinner?
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Ordering Fries on the Side

Fries used to be the only side option with our bundled meals, but now we have many side dish options. I believe these extra options are the reason why our food costs have been climbing—fries were much more profitable than offering a side salad or fruit. How can I get my profits back up?
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