Over the weekend hubbster and I hit a couple of produce stands and scored fresh tomatoes and potatoes, which naturally led to a week filled with those ingredients.
Growing up overseas these two were a favorite of my family, along with onion, bell peppers and other yummy fresh foods. The love affair with potatoes and tomatoes started so early in my life that I don't think I could ever get over it.
When I first got married I discovered that hubby was not a huge fan of tomatoes. At first I could not understand why, but eventually it made sense to me--the only tomatoes he ever tried were the ones sold in stores, which are always half unripened and crunchy, lacking any flavor or aroma. I totally understood his dilemma. So, I set out on a mission to change his mind [as I did with many other things ;) and foods].
When we lived in Florida I found a fresh produce stand which sold the most amazing ripe tomatoes I encountered since moving to the US. I loaded up on tomatoes and prepped 4 different dishes with them. Ever since them my hubby became a tomato lover.
Here are a couple of ways you can combine both: potatoes and tomatoes.
Mashed potatoes with creamed mushrooms, asparagus and sliced tomatoes, garnished with green onions.
Roasted potatoes with tomato salad made with Veganaise, served with home-made fries sauce: equal amounts of ketchup and Veganaise [vegan mayo] mixed together.
Enjoy!
