The Not so Villain Potato

The Potato gets a very bad reputation as being a nasty Villain when in reality its not the potato that is bad. Where we get in trouble is how we fix it. The potato is one of the most produced vegetables of the world. However it is most commonly made into greasy french fries, potato chips, mashed with butter, milk and cheese, or baked and stuffed with butter, cheese and sour cream.
However the potato itself is a good source of vitamin C, B6, potassium, copper and dietary fiber. A medium sized potato runs about 165 Calories or a large potato around 275.
Next time you are wanting a baked potato try topping it with a bean chili and salsa for a healthy hardy meal.
