03/31/2026
March 31st is National Tater Day! This day recognizes all kinds of potatoes which provide us with essential vitamins, minerals, and fiber.
Potatoes are quite versatile, which might explain why so many people like them. They are the number one consumed vegetable in the United States. And when you consider how many ways we can eat the over 200 different kinds of potatoes in the United States, you shouldn't be surprised.
First off, we can bake them. Who doesn't like a baked potato? And you can bake them twice with all sorts of delicious toppings. Secondly, we can boil them. And from the boiled potatoes we can make soups, salads, or make one of the world's all-time favorite potato dishes - mashed potatoes. Mashed potatoes have numerous different recipes, you can't have shepherd's pie without mashed potatoes. Dice them and slice them and we can make scalloped, fried, or even hashbrowns.
But have you heard of Funeral Potatoes?
Funeral potatoes are a creamy, cheesy baked casserole made with hash browns, a condensed soup (like cream of chicken or mushroom), sour cream, and cheese, topped with a crunchy layer of buttered cornflakes or crushed crackers, and named for their popularity at post-funeral gatherings. This comforting side dish is a staple at potlucks, holidays, and family dinners.
Our favorite recipe for funeral potatoes are linked below!
https://cookinginthemidwest.com/blog/cheesy-funeral-potatoes/
