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
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Each bear cub was the size of a potato and their eyes were still closed.
—Stephanie Gallman Jordan, Southern Living, 29 Feb. 2024
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To prepare the beets, wash and peel them like a potato.
—Bethany Thayer, Detroit Free Press, 9 Oct. 2022
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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
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During the 1500s, the Spanish brought the potato over to Europe.
—Elizabeth Gamillo, Discover Magazine, 15 Nov. 2023
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The potato soup was the star—creamy, warm, and delicious.
—Harrison Pierce, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 Oct. 2023
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My potato plants emerged from the soil and quickly gnarled.
—Michael Deeds, Idaho Statesman, 25 Jan. 2024
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This blend is potato-free, so all of the fiber comes from rich and hearty whole grains!
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 22 Oct. 2022
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The yams are roasted, then tossed in potato starch and fried.
—Kaitlyn Rosati, New York Daily News, 8 Jan. 2025
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On the side were baked potatoes, green beans, and margarine.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 3 Jan. 2025
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Mash the beans: Use a potato masher to mash some of the beans, which releases the starch.
—Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 21 Sep. 2023
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At the height of her hubris, Emily sneaks her fork over to my plate and steals a potato.
—Lucas Daprile, cleveland, 27 Dec. 2022
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For more than 100 years, the champion of St. Matthews has been the potato.
—The Courier-Journal, 24 Aug. 2022
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A mere half-ounce of caviar dressed up thin potato chips dipped in crème fraîche.
—WSJ, 28 Oct. 2022
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Sure, In-N-Out fries are fresh as heck, but so is a raw potato.
—Brandon Mercer, Chron, 16 Sep. 2022
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In Bolivia, the soup is topped with thick wedges of fried potato, like steak fries.
—Ligaya Mishan, New York Times, 29 Mar. 2023
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The driver did not have a seat belt on and potato chips were spread over his lap.
—cleveland, 27 May 2022
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On New Year’s Eve, instead of a ball drop, Boise has a potato drop.
—Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 21 Sep. 2023
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Read on to learn how to freeze mashed potatoes for later.
—Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 Aug. 2023
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Serve with potato chips for the perfect crunchy-soft bite.
—Shilpa Uskokovic, Bon Appétit, 1 Dec. 2022
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It’s served with peas, carrots, corn, potatoes and choice of rice.
—Maddie Ellis, Charlotte Observer, 28 May 2024
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These potatoes are crispy and salty and are best served with this creamy dipping sauce.
—Sabrina Weiss, Peoplemag, 29 Mar. 2024
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This creamy soup recipe is loaded with sausage, potatoes, and a rich cheese broth.
—Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Nov. 2024
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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
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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
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Frozen Tater Tots: This fan-favorite potato covers the top of the casserole.
—Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 7 July 2023
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Serve with potatoes or rice, and a green salad with a bright and tangy vinaigrette.
—Kim Sunée, Anchorage Daily News, 6 Apr. 2023
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This tasty dish serves cheesy baked beans alongside a potato and bacon hash.
—Cathy Thomas, Orange County Register, 27 Jan. 2025
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Enjoy it as a side dish or slice and serve it over pasta, potatoes, chicken, or steak.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Jan. 2025
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