How to Use potato in a Sentence
potato
noun- She's growing carrots and potatoes in her garden this year.
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Remove the pan from the heat and lightly mash the potatoes.
— Christopher Kimball, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 Sep. 2023 -
Each bear cub was the size of a potato and their eyes were still closed.
— Stephanie Gallman Jordan, Southern Living, 29 Feb. 2024 -
To prepare the beets, wash and peel them like a potato.
— Bethany Thayer, Detroit Free Press, 9 Oct. 2022 -
In a small bowl, mix potatoes, onions, salt and egg white.
— Dana Bowen / Photography By Landon Speers For The Wall Street Journal , WSJ, 13 Dec. 2023 -
During the 1500s, the Spanish brought the potato over to Europe.
— Elizabeth Gamillo, Discover Magazine, 15 Nov. 2023 -
The potato soup was the star—creamy, warm, and delicious.
— Harrison Pierce, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 Oct. 2023 -
My potato plants emerged from the soil and quickly gnarled.
— Michael Deeds, Idaho Statesman, 25 Jan. 2024 -
This blend is potato-free, so all of the fiber comes from rich and hearty whole grains!
— Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 22 Oct. 2022 -
Mash the beans: Use a potato masher to mash some of the beans, which releases the starch.
— Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 21 Sep. 2023 -
At the height of her hubris, Emily sneaks her fork over to my plate and steals a potato.
— Lucas Daprile, cleveland, 27 Dec. 2022 -
A mere half-ounce of caviar dressed up thin potato chips dipped in crème fraîche.
— WSJ, 28 Oct. 2022 -
In Bolivia, the soup is topped with thick wedges of fried potato, like steak fries.
— Ligaya Mishan, New York Times, 29 Mar. 2023 -
On New Year’s Eve, instead of a ball drop, Boise has a potato drop.
— Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 21 Sep. 2023 -
Read on to learn how to freeze mashed potatoes for later.
— Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 Aug. 2023 -
Serve with potato chips for the perfect crunchy-soft bite.
— Shilpa Uskokovic, Bon Appétit, 1 Dec. 2022 -
It’s served with peas, carrots, corn, potatoes and choice of rice.
— Maddie Ellis, Charlotte Observer, 28 May 2024 -
These potatoes are crispy and salty and are best served with this creamy dipping sauce.
— Sabrina Weiss, Peoplemag, 29 Mar. 2024 -
The potatoes can be cooked a day or two ahead, freeing you for the day-of holiday tasks.
— Washington Post Staff, Washington Post, 8 Nov. 2023 -
The resultant sauce was rich and deep, the same kind of magic that’s in a bowl of Scott’s braised green beans and potatoes.
— Eric Kim, New York Times, 18 Oct. 2023 -
Frozen Tater Tots: This fan-favorite potato covers the top of the casserole.
— Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 7 July 2023 -
Serve with potatoes or rice, and a green salad with a bright and tangy vinaigrette.
— Kim Sunée, Anchorage Daily News, 6 Apr. 2023 -
Use a potato fork or shovel to loosen soil all around the clump, working at least 1 foot away from the main stem.
— Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 July 2023 -
Place each potato on the base of the egg slicer and gently press down to slice into thin, uniform pieces.
— Maryal Miller Carter, USA TODAY, 25 July 2023 -
To create a stamp, etch a carving block or potato with the design of your choice.
— Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Jan. 2023 -
Arrange the shredded hash brown potatoes evenly in the bottom of the dish.
— Bhg Test Kitchen, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Mar. 2023 -
A year ago, a bag of potato chips at the grocery store cost an average of $5.05.
— Julie Creswell, New York Times, 1 Nov. 2022 -
Make this easy Easter side dish with frozen diced potatoes, cheese, sour cream, and corn flakes.
— Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Feb. 2024 -
Believe it or not, adding a cup of mashed potatoes to your favorite chocolate cake recipe can add moisture and richness to this decadent dessert.
— Chris Morris, Fortune, 29 Nov. 2024 -
The turkey is served with a salad of potato, egg, carrot, lemon and mayonnaise, Toledo said.
— Daniela Gonzalez, NBC News, 27 Nov. 2024
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