Potato

A hearty soup that's a snap to prepare.

A great dish from Dalvay By The Sea.

To clean leeks, trim off 3 inches of the green and then slice them in half lengthwise. Run under cold water to remove sand, then continue with the recipe.

Lombo di Maiale Ripieno di Mortadella con Patate Arrosto This dish was inspired by a truffled mortadella we tasted in Rome. Good-quality mortadella can be found at butcher shops, at Italian markets, and even in the deli section of many supermarkets. Active time: 1 hr Start to finish: 1 1/4 hr

You can make this potato cake right before grilling steaks, then reheat it on a baking sheet in the 450°F oven while the steaks rest.

The pickled cucumbers are also great on their own as a condiment for tuna-salad sandwiches.

These crusty potatoes go well with the tuna in tomato sauce .

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

This classic Swiss potato pancake and the Green Bean and Red Onion Salad are great together. Serve dry Champagne throughout the meal.

A nice side dish for a casual picnic or for a fancier meal with grilled chicken or seafood.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

An elegant appetizer from Fleur de Lys in San Francisco.