How to Use potato in a Sentence

potato

noun
Definition of potatonext
  • She's growing carrots and potatoes in her garden this year.
  • Remove the pan from the heat and lightly mash the potatoes.
    — Christopher Kimball, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 Sep. 2023
  • Each bear cub was the size of a potato and their eyes were still closed.
    — Stephanie Gallman Jordan, Southern Living, 29 Feb. 2024
  • 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
  • During the 1500s, the Spanish brought the potato over to Europe.
    — Elizabeth Gamillo, Discover Magazine, 15 Nov. 2023
  • The potato soup was the star—creamy, warm, and delicious.
    — Harrison Pierce, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 Oct. 2023
  • My potato plants emerged from the soil and quickly gnarled.
    — Michael Deeds, Idaho Statesman, 25 Jan. 2024
  • This blend is potato-free, so all of the fiber comes from rich and hearty whole grains!
    — Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 22 Oct. 2022
  • Mash the beans: Use a potato masher to mash some of the beans, which releases the starch.
    — Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 21 Sep. 2023
  • At the height of her hubris, Emily sneaks her fork over to my plate and steals a potato.
    — Lucas Daprile, cleveland, 27 Dec. 2022
  • A mere half-ounce of caviar dressed up thin potato chips dipped in crème fraîche.
    — WSJ, 28 Oct. 2022
  • In Bolivia, the soup is topped with thick wedges of fried potato, like steak fries.
    — Ligaya Mishan, New York Times, 29 Mar. 2023
  • On New Year’s Eve, instead of a ball drop, Boise has a potato drop.
    — Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 21 Sep. 2023
  • Read on to learn how to freeze mashed potatoes for later.
    — Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 Aug. 2023
  • Serve with potato chips for the perfect crunchy-soft bite.
    — Shilpa Uskokovic, Bon Appétit, 1 Dec. 2022
  • It’s served with peas, carrots, corn, potatoes and choice of rice.
    — Maddie Ellis, Charlotte Observer, 28 May 2024
  • These potatoes are crispy and salty and are best served with this creamy dipping sauce.
    — Sabrina Weiss, Peoplemag, 29 Mar. 2024
  • 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
  • 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
  • Frozen Tater Tots: This fan-favorite potato covers the top of the casserole.
    — Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 7 July 2023
  • Serve with potatoes or rice, and a green salad with a bright and tangy vinaigrette.
    — Kim Sunée, Anchorage Daily News, 6 Apr. 2023
  • Use a potato fork or shovel to loosen soil all around the clump, working at least 1 foot away from the main stem.
    — Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 July 2023
  • Place each potato on the base of the egg slicer and gently press down to slice into thin, uniform pieces.
    — Maryal Miller Carter, USA TODAY, 25 July 2023
  • To create a stamp, etch a carving block or potato with the design of your choice.
    — Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Jan. 2023
  • Arrange the shredded hash brown potatoes evenly in the bottom of the dish.
    — Bhg Test Kitchen, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Mar. 2023
  • A year ago, a bag of potato chips at the grocery store cost an average of $5.05.
    — Julie Creswell, New York Times, 1 Nov. 2022
  • Make this easy Easter side dish with frozen diced potatoes, cheese, sour cream, and corn flakes.
    — Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Feb. 2024
  • The dignitaries and stars dined on shrimp, squab, wild rice, Parisian potatoes and peas with pearl onions.
    — Pat Saperstein, Variety, 16 Oct. 2023
  • The mashed potatoes are creamy and the beef is really flavorful.
    — Sharon Greenthal, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Nov. 2024
  • But the baked potato was presented like an open face sandwich and was by no means a handheld item.
    — Brady MacDonald, Orange County Register, 7 Nov. 2024

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