Potatoes are starchy vegetables that grow underground. They are called “tubers,” which means they are like little energy storage packs for the plant! Potatoes originally came from South America, where people started growing them over seven thousand years ago.
The potato plant grows pretty white or purple flowers above the ground, but the part we eat grows hidden in the dirt below. Potatoes come in many different colors, including brown, red, yellow, and even purple. There are over four thousand different kinds of potatoes!
Potatoes are full of energy and have important vitamins like vitamin C and potassium that help your body stay healthy. You can make mashed potatoes, baked potatoes, French fries, hash browns, potato chips, and even potato soup!
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