10 Ways to Get Quick Meals for Dinner

Quick & Healthy Pre-Packaged Food Ideas Meal Planning Tips, Recipes, & the Power of Pre-Packaged Food The idea of preparing dinner after a long, busy day can be daunting. Fortunately, with the right preparation, it doesn’t have to be. The Colorado Potato Administrative Committee is here to simplify dinnertime with 10 meal-planning hacks that give you peace of mind without compromising on nutritional value or taste. Embrace Stress-Free Dinner Hacks When the fridge seems bare, the kids are restless, and you have no desire to go to the grocery store,... Read More

Camping Trip Essentials for Your Next Trip

What to Pack for a Camping Trip What to Take on a Camping Trip for Exceptional Outdoor Meals Tap into nature and rejoice in the beauty of the outdoors with a well-planned camping trip. To get you on track to your fresh air adventure, look to the Colorado Potato Administrative Committee. Let’s explore meal ideas and what to pack for a camping trip. Your Camping Trip Checklist Take it a step beyond the sleeping bags, tents, and s’mores with the Colorado Potato Administrative Committee. Camping calls for outdoor eats, compact... Read More

Potatoes: Such an Exemplary Vegetable

Learn More About the History of Potatoes Beyond Recipes: Exploring the Staple Root Vegetable Potatoes are a long-standing staple in kitchens worldwide. With unmatched versatility, numerous nutritional advantages, and sustainable production practices, potatoes bring more than just delectable dishes to the table. Join the Colorado Potato Administrative Committee in uncovering the history of potatoes and attributes that give this preferred root vegetable its honorary reputation. A Little History About Potatoes Potatoes, also known under their scientific alias, Solanum Tuberosum, are a root vegetable with a storied past. Potatoes boast a... Read More

7 Potato’s Roles in Nutrition & Environment

Potato Nutrition Exploring Potato Nutrition & Environmental Impact With a widening focus on sustainability and nutrition, the perception of the once-beloved potato has shifted. A negative shadow has been cast over this versatile, crowd-pleasing root vegetable. To set the record straight, the Colorado Potato Administrative Committee is here to explore the role of potatoes in nutrition, human health, and the environment. Debunking Dietary Debates Potatoes once held the position of vegetable portion of a well-balanced meal. However, potatoes have found themselves at odds with the modern-day diet industry. When discussing... Read More

GRILLED POTATO KABOBS

18-24 ea Red B Potatoes, Small Size 1 ½ tbsp Bacon Fat Taste – Salt, Kosher Taste – Pepper, Black Ground Fresh parsley or chives (optional, for garnish) 4-5 Skewers, Metal (preferred)   INSTRUCTIONS: Parboil the Potatoes: Fill a large pot with salted boiling water and add the potatoes Cook for 20 minutes or until soft (beyond fork tender) Carefully drain the hot water and rinse with cold water Allow to cool to room temperature Store in a bowl until needed   Preheat the Grill: Set temperature to High heat... Read More

Colorado Potatoes Lending A Hand

Potato Growing in San Luis Valley, CO
Our local growers and shippers continually support and supply our community food banks with fresh potatoes. We’re proud of their constant assistance in ensuring there are always fresh potatoes available. Due to Covid-19 increasing community needs, CPAC, representing approximately 150 growers and 15 warehouses has also made monetary donations totaling $5,000 to the following food banks, to assist with other needs:  Monte Vista Food Bank, Saguache County Food Banks (2), and La Puente Food of the SLV. The Monte Vista Food Bank serves all of Rio Grande County. They have... Read More

2020 Annual Video Contest

Hi all! CPAC is hosting our annual video contest to help Colorado students pass the time and express their gratitude for Colorado Agriculture! Students, here’s your chance to express why you’re thankful for Colorado Ag! Here are all the details to participate: This year’s video contest theme is “What makes you most thankful for Colorado Agriculture?” Please submit your :30-:90 sec. video to info@coloradopotato.org by April 22, 2020 at 4:30 PM. Your submission email should include your name, grade, uploaded video. Each submission must have a completed consent form. (Consent... Read More

Celebrating Colorado Agriculture

  It’s National Agriculture Week and it’s the perfect time to celebrate and thank the Ag Industry workers for their dedication and hard work to providing safe, affordable and delicious food for our tables. “While our industry is prepared to proceed with caution and take the necessary steps to limit the rate of infection of COVID-19, our producers will continue to fuel the economy and their communities by providing food and food products all across the state, nation, and world. We look forward to celebrating National Agriculture Week next week... Read More

2020 Doug Monter Scholarship Applications

Colorado Potatoes is now accepting applications for the 2020 Doug Monter Memorial Scholarship.  The Doug Monter Scholarship is a four year scholarship that awards a total of $7,000.   All applications are due to Colorado Potatoes by April 6, 2020.  Applications are available online and can be emailed to info@coloradopotato.org or sent to P.O. Box 348, Monte Vista, CO 81144. Applicants must be a graduating male senior from a San Luis Valley high school and be entering college or vocational school as a freshman.  Preference will be given to students pursuing a degree... Read More