The snack world changed forever in 1853. George Crum a Native American / African American chef invented the potato chip while working at the Moon Lake Lodge resort in Saratoga Springs, New York, USA. The chips were invented simply as a mistake due to a customer refusing to eat the thick french fries he had been served. Thus having the chef create fries that were to thin to eat with a fork delighting the customer.
The new super thin potatoes were known as Crum's chips and Saratoga chips. The New England area started to package and sell the chips. Crum himself became a bit famous leading him to open his own restaurant However that was just the beginning of the potato chip. Other great attempts would increase the popularity of the potato chip:
- 1895 William Tappendon prepared and sold chips in Cleveland Ohio
- 1920s would find Herman Lay selling potato chips in the southern part of the United States.
- 1926 would find Laura Schudder owning a potato chip factory in MOnterey Park, California. Schudder would invent the wax paper potato chip bag that would keep the chips fresher and crunchier.
Microwave Potato Chips from Taste of Home
3 medium red potatoes
1/4 cup olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
Curry powder
Layer three paper towels on a microwave-safe plate; set aside.
Scrub potatoes and cut into 1/16-in.-thick slices. Brush slices on both sides with olive oil and lightly sprinkle with salt and curry. Arrange on prepared plate (do not overlap).
Microwave on high for 3 minutes; turn and microwave 2-3 minutes longer or until chips are dry and brittle. Repeat with remaining potatoes, oil and seasonings. Let chips cool for at least 1 minute before serving. Store in an airtight container.
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Interesting history behind the chip! Never had thought about it but cool to know!
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