How long do Irish potatoes take to mature?

This helps provide more favorable growing conditions. Irish potatoes take about 90 to 110 days from planting to harvest, so potatoes planted within the next few weeks should be ready by mid-November. Leave the potatoes in the field as long as possible to reach maturity.

What is the stem of the Irish potato?

The edible part of the plant is an un- derground stem called a tuber (not a root). Irish potatoes contain 2 percent protein and 18 percent starch. They are an inex- pensive source of carbohydrates and, when prepared properly, provide good amounts of vitamins and minerals.

Can I leave Irish potatoes in water overnight?

Just be sure to store peeled potatoes in water for no more than 24 hours . After that, the cool refrigerator air will convert the starches in the potatoes to sugar, causing the flavor and texture of the spuds to change. Instead, just start cooking potatoes for a mash, potato salad, or hash browns.

What is the best Irish potato for chips?

With a pleasant floury texture, Maris Piper is ideal for many dishes from chips and roasties to mash and wedges. A favourite with fish and chip shops because of its reliability and taste. It has a creamy coloured flesh with a light yellow skin.

What is another name for Irish potatoes?

Solanum tuberosum (Irish Potato, Irish Potatoes, Pomme de Terre, Potato, Potatoes, White Potato, White Potatoes) | North Carolina Extension Gardener Plant Toolbox.

Is Irish potato a fruit or vegetable?

Yes, a potato is definitely a vegetable . It comes from an annual plant that is grown for its edible root.

What month do you plant Irish potatoes?

Potatoes can be planted beginning in late April or early May and then throughout the summer . To start your potato patch, select an area where other crops in the nightshade family (tomatoes, peppers, eggplants) were not grown in the previous year (or longer).

How long does it take for potatoes to mature after planting?

Early-season potato varieties are planted first in spring and are ready to harvest in 60-80 days . Mid-season varieties mature in 80-100 days. Late-season potato varieties are ready to harvest in 100-130 days.

Do Irish potatoes need a lot of water?

Maintain even moisture, especially from the time after the flowers bloom. Potatoes need 1 to 2 inches of water a week . Too much water right after planting and not enough as the potatoes begin to form can cause them to become misshapen. Stop watering when the foliage begins to turn yellow and die off.

How many Irish potatoes per plant?

On average you can expect about 2# – 5# of production per eye or small seed potato planted . Most people report an average of between 5:1 to up to 10:1 (pounds of return per pounds planted).

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published March 9, 2022 — last updated February 21, 2024

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Irish Potato Bites are miniature potato skins filled with cheese and corned beef. They make a delicious appetizer recipe for St. Patrick’s Day and a great addition to any party!

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Irish Potato Bites are easy to make,super cute, and tasty, little bites of corned beef and potato goodness!

Just a few more days until we’re celebrating St. Patrick’s Day! I’ll admit I don’t go all out for the holiday but I sure do love a few good St. Patrick’s Day recipes. My guy always requests a traditional corned beef and cabbage dinner but sometimes I like to put my own spin on it…hello Corned Beef Cabbage Rolls!

I use a little bit of the extra corned beef to make this easy St. Patrick’s Day appetizer. Who doesn’t love potato skins, especially when they are filled with corned beef and cheese!

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Ingredients You’ll Need

Red potatoes – these need to be small, golf ball sized red potatoes. If you can’t find them small enough you can also look for new potatoes or baby potatoes.
Corned beef – I usually make these with leftover from my corned beef and cabbage but you can also get sliced corned beef at the deli counter to save time!
Cheddar cheese – Any cheese will work. I like cheddar because it melts well but you can also use Gruyere or even mozzarella.
Butter – I prefer salted butter for the extra flavor.
Salt – I recommend Kosher salt

What you will need to make Irish Potato Bites:

Melon Baller – This is perfect for scooping out the potatoes but if you don’t have one you can also use a teaspoon.
Silicone Mat – Hate doing dishes as much as I do? Line your baking sheet with this and nothing will stick!
Baking Sheet – Place your Irish Potato Bites on this baking sheet and you’re just a few minutes away from a delicious appetizer.

How to Make Irish Potato Bites

Step 1 – Boil potatoes. Boil small red potatoes until they are fork tender. Don’t over cook them because you want them to be able to hold up to being cut open and stuffed.

Step 2 – Prepare potatoes. When the potatoes are cooked and have had time to cool cut them in half and scoop out the middle.Save the scooped out potato in a small bowl for later. Cut a thin slice off the bottom of the potato (making sure not to go into the hollow part!) to give it a flat bottom to it on.

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Step 3 – Fill potatoes. Once all of the potato halves are scooped out take that bowl of saved potato centers and add to it 1/4 cup cheddar cheese, 1/2 cup of diced corned beef, and 1 tablespoon of melted butter. Press the mixture into each potato half and then place them on a baking sheet.

Step 4 – Bake. Bake the potato bites at 400 degrees F for 10 minutes.

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When they come out of the oven you basically have one of the best potato skins you’ve ever had, filled with the flavors of St. Patrick’s Day! Add a dollop of sour cream on top and pop them in your mouth. They will be gone before you know it!

How to Freeze

You can make these little potato skins ahead of time and freeze them for use at a later time. Just fill the potatoes according to the instructions and then place them on a baking sheet and put them in the freezer.

Let them freeze for 1 hour then remove and place them in an airtight container or freezer bag, placing a piece of wax paper or parchment paper between each layer, and store in the freezer for up to 3 months.

How to Reheat

When you are ready to use your frozen potato bites take them out of the freezer and place them on a baking sheet. Bake in a 375 degree F oven for 15-20 minutes or until warmed through. Serve hot.

Want more St. Patrick’s Day recipes?

Irish Egg Rolls
Irish Deviled Eggs
Corned Beef Cabbage Rolls
Corned Beef Hash
Instant Pot Corned Beef and Cabbage
Bailey’s Irish Coffee
Irish Nachos
More St. Patrick’s Day Recipes…

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Servings: 10

Prep Time: 20 minutes mins

Cook Time: 20 minutes mins

Total Time: 40 minutes mins

Irish Potato Bites

Little twice baked potato bites stuffed with cheese and corned beef.

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Ingredients

20 small Red potatoes, small (golf ball size)
1/2 cup Corned beef
1/4 cup Cheddar cheese, shredded
1 tablespoon Butter, melted
1/8 teaspoon Salt

Instructions

Fill a large pot with water and bring it to a boil.
Add potatoes and boil until they are fork tender.
Preheat oven to 400°F
Once potatoes are cooked and have cooled cut each one in half and cut a small slice off of the rounded end so the potato can sit up.
Scoop out the inside of each potato half saving the potato insides in a bowl.
Add cheese, corned beef, butter to the bowl with the saved potato insides.
Salt mixture to taste. Also sprinkle some salt over the potato halves.
Scoop mixture into potato halves and then place them on a baking sheet.
Place baking sheet in oven for 10 minutes.
Remove from oven and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 4bites, Calories: 271kcal, Carbohydrates: 54g, Protein: 8g, Fat: 3g, Saturated Fat: 2g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g, Monounsaturated Fat: 1g, Trans Fat: 1g, Cholesterol: 9mg, Sodium: 187mg, Potassium: 1567mg, Fiber: 6g, Sugar: 4g, Vitamin A: 87IU, Vitamin C: 31mg, Calcium: 55mg, Iron: 3mg

Nutrition Disclaimer: We are not certified nutritionists. Nutrition facts are an estimate and are provided as a courtesy. They are generated by an online API which recognizes ingredient names and amounts and makes calculations based on the serving size. Results may vary.

Author: Kat Jeter & Melinda Caldwell

Course: Appetizer

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This recipe was last published on February 19, 2019. It was republished on March 2, 2020.

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Angela Marks — March 21, 2023 @ 8:53 pm Reply

These were WAY more flavorful that I thought they would be. I have to say that these were kinda an afterthought that I didn’t have a ton of hope for but I had all the ingredients so I decided to give them a shot.
Boy was I in for a treat. They were far and away my favorite appetizer of the evening. SO YUMMY! Deffo making again soon!
Thank you for sharing this recipe!