Monday, August 9, 2010

Potatoes

Interesting facts about the potato:

Potatoes are labeled as one of the world’s most important crops. Others include wheat, rice, and corn. The world’s largest potato to date has been recorded at 18 pounds, four ounces. Not only are they labeled as the most versatile vegetable but they are also visually appealing! The flowering potato plant was used as a clothing decoration for Marie Antoinette and Louis XVI. Thomas Jefferson was the first person to serve them in the form of a French fry. !

http://www.environmentalgraffiti.com/green-living/7-interesting-facts-about-the-potato/923

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