Alcohol and famine contributed to the potato's popularity. For 250 years this root vegetable has saved Norwegians from hunger and scurvy. Not even modern diet fads, such as various low-carb diets, can wean the average Norwegian off the humble spud. 15 мая 2014 г.
Why potatoes are the most popular vegetable?
Potatoes Remain America's Favorite Vegetable At foodservice, potato dishes were chosen as two of the top three favorite side dishes. Consumers give potatoes high marks for being versatile, filling and satisfying.
When did potato become a popular food around the world?
The Inca Indians in Peru were the first to cultivate potatoes around 8,000 BC to 5,000 B.C. In 1536, Spanish Conquistadors in Peru discovered the flavors of the potato and transported them to Europe.
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