How To Tell If Your Potatoes Are Poisonous
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How To Tell If Your Potatoes Are Poisonous

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Off-color potatoes can be harboring a dangerous toxin. Here's how to avoid it!

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The Many Uses of Potatoes

For many families, potatoes are a dietary cornerstone. Baked, boiled, fried, or mashed, potatoes remain a versatile pantry staple. They're also a good source of several vitamins and minerals, such as potassium and Vitamin C. If not properly preserved, however, potatoes have dangerous side effects.


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Combine summer zucchini with leftover mashed potatoes for a delicious, savory treat!

INGREDIENTS

  • 5 Potatoes
  • 1.5 Cup shredded zucchini
  • 3/4 Cup shredded cheese
  • 3/ Cup milk
  • 1/3 Cup coriander, chopped
  • 1/3 Cup basil, chopped
  • Parmesan, to sprinkle
  • Salt and pepper, to season

METHOD

  1. Chop the potatoes in half, boil until very tender and drain.
  2. In a bowl, combine the potatoes and zucchini. Add the grated cheese, milk, coriander, basil, salt and pepper, and mix thoroughly. 
  3. On a baking tray, spoon out the zucchini-potato mixture and form into balls. 
  4. Sprinkle with Parmesan and grated cheese, and bake at 350°F for 15 minutes.
  5. When golden, remove from oven... and enjoy!

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