Powerhouse Potatoes
Potatoes Pack a Nutritional Punch
(firmenpresse) - MISSION, KS -- (Marketwired) -- 11/13/14 -- (Family Features) The average person''s caloric needs have decreased since the 20th century when lifestyles were more active, yet nutritional needs are generally the same. Getting the nutrition you need without consuming too many calories can be as simple as incorporating nutrient-dense foods, such as potatoes, into your diet.
Not only are potatoes a cost-efficient kitchen staple, there are dozens of quick and easy ways to prepare this ultimate comfort food while taking advantage of an extra helping of nutrition.
A medium-size potato (5.3 ounces or 148 grams) has only about 110 calories, 4 to 5 percent of the average adult''s total daily calories, but provides much higher percentages of many nutrients.
The potato actually delivers a wide spectrum of valuable nutrients. For example, the potato is an important source of complex carbohydrates, often lacking in the American diet. The potato also is a good source of vitamin C and hard-to-get B6 and has long been known to be a storehouse of minerals. The potato contains valuable supplies of essential trace elements such as manganese, chromium, selenium and molybdenum.
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Although you may think of the potato as a bulky vegetable, it is 80 percent water -- just a little less than milk. However, its association with high-calorie toppings like butter, sour cream, gravy and mayonnaise gives the low-calorie potato a false image. In fact, just one tablespoon of butter doubles the calories in a baked potato.
There are many low calorie ways to prepare potatoes deliciously. Here are just a few tasty low or no calorie topping ideas:
Toasted sesame seeds
Whipped butter and poppy seeds
A spoonful of stewed tomatoes and a bit of grated cheese
Melted butter or margarine thinned with lemon juice
A mix of dried herbs: parsley, chives, basil or dill
Mock sour cream (cottage cheese and lemon juice whipped in a blender)
Chopped onion with coarsely grated black pepper
Chive-spiked yogurt
Prepared horseradish
Heated marinara sauce
Low calorie dips or salad dressings
For more recipes and tips for preparing nutritious and appetizing potato dishes, visit .
Place potatoes in microwave-safe bowl and cover with plastic wrap. Microwave on HIGH 5-7 minutes.
Spray large skillet liberally with cooking spray. Add potatoes and onion; cook over medium-high heat 5 minutes, stirring and coating with cooking spray occasionally. Stir in chicken, pepper and seasoning, and cook 5 minutes more. Add red chile enchilada sauce and simmer 5 minutes.
Place equal amounts of cheese on each tortilla and heat in skillet until cheese is melted. Add potato mixture and any other desired toppings. Serve with lime wedges.
Heat oven to 450 degrees F degrees.
Slice potatoes lengthwise 3/4 inch thick, then cut each slice into 3/4-inch-long sticks. Place in large bowl. Drizzle with oil and sprinkle with herb seasoning and salt; toss to coat evenly.
Arrange potato pieces in single layer on nonstick baking sheet or baking sheet coated with vegetable cooking spray.
Bake 20-25 minutes, until potatoes are golden brown, turning once after 15 minutes.
Serve immediately, with salsa for dipping if desired.
Heat oil in 2-quart pot; saute garlic and onion about 3-4 minutes. Add chicken broth, water, potatoes, carrots and seasonings; cover and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer 15 minutes.
Add kidney beans and noodles. Bring to boil again; cook until noodles are soft. Remove from heat. Just before serving, add spinach to pot and stir gently.
Ladle into bowls and serve with Parmesan cheese.
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