Potatoes are by far the most likable food on the planet. They are so versatile, and each way to cook a potato has its own personality. I do not know anyone who dislikes every form of potato which shows their versatility as a food.
I personally believe there is no bad way to eat a potato. They can become fries, baked potatoes, chips, mashed potatoes and so much more. They stand on their own, but they can also be used in many dishes.
Not only are potatoes tasty, but they can also be used in a balanced diet. According to the US Department of Agriculture, “a diet of whole milk and potatoes would supply almost all of the food elements necessary for the maintenance of the human body.”
Some people may view some forms of potatoes in a negative light due to their nutrition. Fries or chips may not be the healthiest option. However, with modern technology such as air friers, there are fewer unhealthy components to these foods. It is also important to note that everything can be consumed in moderation, so fries or chips should be enjoyed from time to time.
With the nutrition and the variety of ways you can eat a potato, another spectacular factor is their price. Because potatoes can be grown year-round, are cheap to grow ,easy to ship, and their prices are impeccable.
According to the Michigan Potato Industry, a 10-pound bag of potatoes costs $9-$11. To add to that, it only takes a half pound of potatoes to make a meal. At the highest price, a meal consisting of just potatoes would only cost 55 cents. With good taste and prices in this economy, I do not think there is another food that could bring such a big smile to my face.
Another reason why potatoes are the most likable food in the world is because of how many types of them there are. In the United States alone, there are over 200 varieties grown, however, there are over 5,000 varieties in the world. Potatoes do everything in their power to have an option for everyone, which just shows how amazing they truly are.
I mean, do you remember the Irish Potato Famine? This was a catastrophic event that killed over one million people. A life without potatoes was detrimental for many. With that being said, due to the price, taste and plentifulness of potatoes, it is clear they literally help the world go round.
Speaking of plentifulness, each state in the US grows potatoes, and there are over 125 countries that grow them too. No one can even begin to argue that potatoes are unlikable due to the sheer amounts that are grown. Why do you think durian fruit is so hard to get? Here is a hint: because it is not the most likable food in the world.
Can we just talk about how, according to the Idaho Potato Museum, every single American eats 124 pounds of potatoes each year. What is even crazier is the Germans eat almost double that each year. I, like many people in the world, go by the mantra of “A potato a day keeps the doctor away.”
I should bring up the elephant in the room. The select group of people that cannot be satisfied by potatoes are those on a carnivore diet, however, I know that deep down they would love a side of mashed potatoes with their steak.
In my eyes, there are absolutely no downsides to potatoes, and since everyone I know is a fan of them, there is no doubt they are the most likable food in the world. To be honest, a life without potatoes would be like a life without air. Absolutely impossible. Seriously, how could you not like potatoes?
