Janie Sowards and daughter, Nicole Skaggs, offer up fresh potatoes for sale each week at the Johnson County Farmer’s Market.
Kentucky Potatoes
Sometimes potatoes get a bad rap! In reality, when prepared properly, potatoes can be a very tasty and nutritious treat. It is true, however, that they can also be smothered in non-healthy seasonings such as butter and sour cream, and thus become a large source of unwanted calories. Nonetheless, potatoes are a Kentucky tradition and inexpensive resource that has graced our tables for more than a century. Here are some of the facts to consider when preparing these tasteful delights: