The potato or tuber is a storage organ that is developed from the swelling at the end of an underground stem. Potatoes that are harvested before they mature are often called "new potatoes" or "early potatoes." We chippers are always happy when the "new potatoes" crop comes in from Florida. "New potatoes" almost always are an appetizing soft golden color. These potatoes have a thin tender skin, which is easily rubbed off during harvesting and handling.

Unsightly black stains on shingles are often mistaken for fungus, mildew, dirt or oil, but are actually caused by a hardy type of algae. This common problem has increased during the past 20 years, indiscriminately settling on rooftops from coast to coast. Dark algae streaks are visible when algae cover the normally vibrant colors of white, cobalt blue or hunter green roofing granules.

Our crust can best be described as medium thickness; that is, not thick or thin. When done it has a crunchy firm bottom with a soft center. We make fresh dough several times a day in small batches. Our dough is never saved, what we don't use one day, we do not keep it to use the next day.

Pecan Scab is the name of this fungal disease. There is no practical for homeowners with a few trees or for anybody who doesn't have the equipment to spray a large tree. Some types of pecans are more resistant. When planting choose Cape Fear and Stuart. They are resistant while papershell types are not. Susceptible trees will produce fruit during some years and it takes 20 years to grow a new one, so you may want to retain a large tree even if it is susceptible.

Without knowing how long the lanterns have been lit, it is challenging to pinpoint the cause. With normal usage and over time, a gray fog will appear inside the glass. Heavy carbon build up over a short period of time is not "normal" and is a strong indicator of poor design and/or manufacturing.

Greening" is a color change in the potato when it is exposed to light. Avoid eating the green colour because it is bitter and may cause stomach upsets if eaten in large quantities. Remove all green portions on potatoes before eating. Better still, do not eat green potatoes at all. Potatoes displayed in plastic bags by supermarkets can turn green.

The Honeycomb Crust? was developed by Joe Corbi and is quite simply the name used to describe our deep dish crust that is light and airy.

Since Sacred Harp singing is a participatory activity, and not a performance, the singers arrange their seating so as to focus the sound inward, toward the center of the group, instead of projecting it outward toward an audience. The greatest volume and optimum balance are heard in the very center of the hollow square, where every singer may take his or her turn as leader.

You can purchase a low carb potato mix. The best thing to do is replace potatoes with turnips, cauliflower, or squash. Because turnips do not have a strong taste of their own and have almost the same texture and consistency, they tend to pick up the flavor of whatever they are cooked with. Make Turnip Salad (previously Potato Salad), fry them as fries, or au graten style. They are also wonderful in soups and stews.

Any other questions not answered here please contact the Food & Nutrition Services office at 915-779-4216

Fingerlings are similar to your own fingers. They are known for their firm, waxy, flavor texture. They are typically 1 to 2 inches in diameter and 2 to 4 inches long.

YES! Potatoes are a low calorie, fat and cholesterol-free vegetable high in vitamin C, potassium and a good source of vitamin B6 and dietary fiber.

NO! It's all those delicious toppings we use that add calories and fat. The potato contains zero fat and a 5.3-ounce potato is only 100 calories.

Our potatoes are specially grown on family owned farms located in the great Northwest - Quincy, Toppenish and Ellensburg in Washington State, Portland, Oregon and Bakersfield, California.

The Zone is not about completely avoiding certain foods, but more about making wise choices and balancing your foods. No food is absolutely banned on the Zone. While these food items should not be used often, it is ok to include them with your meals on occasion. As a general rule, you should try to keep unfavorable carbohydrates to 25% or less of your total carbohydrate allotment.

A metal called manganese, which occurs naturally in water, is colorless and harmless. When combined with chlorine, it becomes black. If you have manganese, you may want to install a filter or other point of use water treatment system. [Return]

Answer: Free radical stress occurs when our levels of free radical activity become high either from internal or external sources. Free radical stress contributes to disease processes and aging.

Allow the bread to cool completely before placing it in a brown paper bag. If the loaf has been cut into, store it in a plastic bag and recrisp it in the following way. Place the loaf cut side down on the oven stone or baking sheet. Turn the oven to 400?F. and check after 7 minutes. The crust should be crisp and the crumb will be warm.