Happy St. Patrick's Day!
Ireland & Potatoes
Have you ever wondered why Ireland and Potatoes seem to go hand in hand? It's because of the Great Irish Famine. Potatoes were a main crop in Ireland during the mid 1800's - both for exporting and for sustaining their own citizens. During this time the potato crops succumbed to "Potato Blight" which is a devastating disease that spreads like wildfire among potato plants. According to Wikipedia between 1845 & 1852 - 1 million people died of starvation!! And then 1 million more people emigrated from Ireland in only a 7 year period!!
In honor of St. Patrick's day (which I know has nothing to do with the famine) I thought I'd share all of the "Potato" recipes that I've shared with you so far on this blog.
5. Naked Bakers - It's Not What You're Thinking
Ireland & Potatoes
Have you ever wondered why Ireland and Potatoes seem to go hand in hand? It's because of the Great Irish Famine. Potatoes were a main crop in Ireland during the mid 1800's - both for exporting and for sustaining their own citizens. During this time the potato crops succumbed to "Potato Blight" which is a devastating disease that spreads like wildfire among potato plants. According to Wikipedia between 1845 & 1852 - 1 million people died of starvation!! And then 1 million more people emigrated from Ireland in only a 7 year period!!
In honor of St. Patrick's day (which I know has nothing to do with the famine) I thought I'd share all of the "Potato" recipes that I've shared with you so far on this blog.
10. Cheesy Scalloped Ham Potatoes Squared
Also, if you are interested in growing your own potatoes this year - CLICK on the links below & ENJOY!
Preparing Seed Potatoes for Planting
Planting Potatoes in a Compost Pile
Harvesting Potatoes
Also, if you are interested in growing your own potatoes this year - CLICK on the links below & ENJOY!
Preparing Seed Potatoes for Planting
Planting Potatoes in a Compost Pile
Harvesting Potatoes
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Happy St. Patrick's Day!
ReplyDeleteI was just talking to my husband today about growing potatoes. Thanks for the potato links.
ReplyDeletePotatoes straight from the garden are the best!I cant wait to get ours growing!
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