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Published 17:00 3 Oct 2014 BST
Updated 07:36 18 Dec 2014 GMT
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2. Comes in all shapes and forms (even sexy shapes)
What’s great about the spud is that not only is it versatile but none of them are ever uniform so you can have a variety in your meal. I mean how could you resist this:
Or this:
OR THIS:
3. You can use them for stencils
Remember back in primary school when the teacher would have make-shift stencils made out of hard potatoes. You could make all sorts of great patterns!
Pic via younghouselove
4. They’re good for your face
They can tighten and brighten your skin and can be used in masks and face washes. The potato is also known to be a great anti-aging secret.
5. Mr Tayto
How could we not include the king of potatoes Mr Tayto on our list. Look at him! Not only is he producing the best crisps in Ireland but he’s also quite trendy looking. Not many men can pull off yellow pinstripe pants and a red jacket.
6. You can use the word “potato” as an insult.
Although there’s no clear definition of what calling a person a “potato” is, it’s generally accepted that it means “idiot” or “fool.”
For example: You can be such a potato sometimes! Stop being such a potato.
7. Inspires music
A fan of the arts, the potato inspires people to rejoice through the medium of song.
Even the Minions love it.
8. Inspires dance
Not only that but the spud has inspired new forms of dance!
9. Mr & Mrs Potato Head
The wife and husband duo we aspire to be. They may bicker but they’re always there for each other.
10. The potato is social media savvy
Look no further than this Twitter account for proof!
11. THIS.
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