The joy of a bountiful harvest is unmatched, especially when it's the ever-versatile potato. From savory dishes to hearty meals, there's no end to what you can create in the kitchen. But what happens when you've got more spuds than you know what to do with? If you've been following along here for a while,…  READ MORE 

In November, I dream of soups and stews, cozy sweaters and yummy Thanksgiving food! Here in the Northeast (5b Hardiness Zone), November signals the end of the outdoor growing months and a big end-of-season clean up.  READ MORE 

Do you know how to store potatoes? What about carrots and other root crops? Did you know that apples can last up to five months in your basement? There are so many ways to preserve your fall harvest! When you're getting ready to store your winter crops of fruits and vegetables, you're ultimately looking to…  READ MORE 

Do you want a beautifully simple recipe that allows you to gather your white potatoes, sweet potatoes and squashes, and transform them into a side dish you can eat all week long? Trust me, even the pickiest eaters will scoff these Maple Roasted Potatoes and Squash with Bacon.  READ MORE 

Unlock the secrets of bag cultivation for a bountiful potato harvest Gardening isn't just for expansive backyards or dedicated plots of land. Even if you're constrained by space or looking for a unique gardening adventure, growing potatoes in a bag offers a fantastic solution. This method not only accommodates the urban gardener but also introduces…  READ MORE 

This article was originally published in our sister publication, GreenPrints Magazine, under the title, “Potatoes on Mars.” It was written by Becky Rupp and was published originally in 2015, in GreenPrints Issue No. 104. I thought it was a perfect fit for our issue on potatoes, and I hope you enjoy it! In Andy Weir’s The…  READ MORE