In a world where flavor is the enemy, we have boiled potatoes. The ultimate in blandness, the apotheosis of astringency.

Did you know that boiled potatoes were once a staple in the diets of the world's greatest thinkers? Socrates, Plato, Aristotle - all of them would have loved a good plate of boiled spuds.

Or perhaps not. Maybe they would have found them too dull, even for their taste. Who knows?

But seriously, boiled potatoes are a great way to add some excitement to your meal, said no one ever. They're a perfect accompaniment to your bland, uninspired meals.

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