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The Plant-Based Staple Every Kitchen Needs

With double-digit growth over the last few years, and no sign of slowing down1, plant-based foods have officially evolved from a trend to a movement—and smart restaurants are taking note, stocking their menus with creative plant-based offerings of all kinds.

One plant-based staple that will go the extra mile in any kitchen is fresh-dried mashed potatoes.

Not only do fresh-dried mashed potatoes provide a blank slate for endless customizations, they’re as delicious as scratch-made. When using a quality brand of fresh-dried mashed potatoes, you can expect the same texture, flavor, appearance, and customer appeal as fresh—and a far higher ROI. Plus, fresh-dried mashed potatoes offer a host of other benefits that contribute to a healthy bottom line:

  • They hold and travel well—a must for takeout and delivery orders.
  • They require no peeling, chopping, or boiling—reducing kitchen staff needs.
  • They can be prepped in batches and stored in the refrigerator for a few days, further reducing labor demands.
  • They’re shelf-stable—making them an excellent pantry staple that can be kept on hand without taking up valuable space in the refrigerator or freezer.

And, for the growing population of health-conscious diners, this beloved comfort food delivers: mashed potatoes are an excellent source of vitamins C and B6, they deliver more potassium per serving than a banana, and they’re packed with nutrient-dense complex carbohydrates2.

Build your plant-based menu offerings around the fail-proof foundation of fresh-dried mashed potatoes.

Find recipe ideas and creative ways to customize your plant-based mashed potato menu items.

Content courtesy of Idahoan Foods

Sources:

1https://www.gfi.org/marketresearch

2https://www.potatogoodness.com/nutrition/