The potato may seem rather ordinary. But this tuber's origins story is quite fascinating, and we don't really know all the details yet. The potato - mash it, bake it, fry it. You would be forgiven for ...

Nine million years ago, in the shadow of the rising Andes Mountains, a key ancestor of the beloved modern-day potato was born. And now new research shows this pivotal event—and the mashed, baked and ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. What came first, the potato or the tomato? A new genetics study says ...

A Halloween tradition that started as a lark has gained steam, with more homes handing out spuds—and kids choosing them over ...

The potato came from a surprising mashup. Spuds are a basic, delicious food for millions worldwide, yet their origin and evolution have long been a scientific mystery. Not anymore, scientists say. The ...

Ever wonder how one of America's most beloved snacks came to life? The potato chip's journey from kitchen accident to global ...

A simple trick yields crisp outsides and fluffy insides, ready to be topped in three smart, exciting ways from Eric Kim. By Eric Kim Turns out, the baked potato has always been big and great. In 1909, ...

A fateful meeting between ancestors of tomatoes and potatoes allowed for the growth of tubers, the edible part of potatoes today, according to a new study. Yuxin Jia and Pei Wang Ketchup and fries ...