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Klondike Rose Potato
Grown right here in BC, the Klondike Rose potato has a golden flesh with a buttery taste and a smooth rose skin. They are a source of energy, contain 23g carbohydrates, 2.7g of fibre and are an excellent source of potassium.
Nutrition Information
Per 150g serving (one medium potato)
There are many ways to replace simple sugars in the diet.
| Energy | 109 kcal |
| Protein | 3.7g |
| Fat | 0.2 g |
| Carbohydrate | 23g |
| Dietary Fibre | 2.7g |
| Sodium | 5mg |
| Potassium | 729 mg |
| % Daily Value | |
| Niacin | 8% |
| Vitamin B6 | 14% |
| Folacin | 15% |
| Pantothenic Acid | 6% |
| Phosphorus | 6% |
| Magnesium | 13% |
| Iron | 9% |
Growing season in BC is from August to January.
Buying and Storing: Look for firm, smooth skinned potatoes. Store them in a cool dark place like a pantry or cellar. If kept too cool the starches will turn to sugars and affect the taste. Do not store in the refrigerator.
Preparation: Potatoes can be baked, boiled, fried, steamed and mashed. Limit the amount of fat used in cooking to keep them a healthy choice for any meal.
Recipes: Go to www.klondikerose.com
Breakfast burrito with egg, roasted potatoes, peppers, salsa and cheddar cheese Mashed potatoes (with skins) with spinach and onion (use skim mil plain yogurt and vegetable stock instead of cream and butter)
Potato pizza with tomato sauce, veggie pepperoni, mozzarella
Potato based soups
Bottom Line:
Potatoes are a healthy addition to any meal, just watch the added fats.