The Potato Book demonstrates the impressive versatility of this economical and healthy vegetable by offering recipes for appetizers, soups, breads and even desserts. Try making cookies and candy squares with potatoes! Enjoy choosing from one of the many classic or innovative main course and side dish recipes offered. A chart identifying the varieties of potatoes and their characteristics, along with guides on how to buy, store and accurately measure potatoes into a recipe, is also featured. Virtually fat-free and full of vitamins, discover how the casual potato can fit perfectly into any weekday supper or arrive dressed up to grace the finest event.