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Any food lover will know that the early autumn months don’t just bring cooler weather and shorter evenings, it’s also the start of the much-anticipated autumn food season. The cooler days and evenings are a great excuse to indulge in gorgeous comforting food such as new season Rooster potatoes. Rooster potatoes are extraordinarily versatile and are suitable for virtually any cooking method. Whether you prefer creamy mash, mouth-watering jackets or moreishly crunchy roasties – all are easily made using Rooster potatoes. Although available almost all year round, September is the perfect time to celebrate the return of comfort food as the very first new season batches of these super spuds are harvested. Highly nutritious, Rooster potatoes are packed full of nutrients, vitamin B6, vitamin C, fibre and good carbohydrates that will keep you feeling full for longer. They are also available in an organic variety, which again are at their prime during the autumn months. When choosing Rooster potatoes it’s important to ensure they are firm to the touch to ensure they can be used to their full potential during cooking. They should then be stored in a cool, dark environment to prevent sprouting and to maintain freshness. Top chefs Andrew Fairlie and Michel Roux have developed a fantastic range of inspiring Rooster potato recipes, suitable for both that extra special occasion or for a quick tasty dinner, visit www.albert-bartlett.co.uk to find out more. Alternatively for some great top tips on using Rooster potatoes please see below. Rooster Potato Cooking Tips 1. Cook a healthier alternative to chips by piping small swirls of mashed Rooster potatoes onto a greased baking tray and bake for 10 minutes until golden brown – The kids will love them! 2. For smoother, creamier and fluffier mash, press Rooster potatoes through a ricer. It creates the ultimate irresistible mashed potato! 3. To prevent potatoes from crumbling when boiling, put them straight into the cold water and boil straight from cold. 4. Add an extra dose of flavour to Rooster mashed potato by mixing in a spoonful of green pesto, it makes a great accompaniment to pan-fried fish or grilled chicken breast. 5. Create extra special potato wedges by simply brushing them with olive oil prior to baking. After 45 minutes, your wedges will have a delicious crunchy skin with a soft potato centre. 6. For quick and easy BBQ kebabs, microwave cubed Rooster chunks for one minute, place on a skewer with peppers, courgettes, onions and marinade with BBQ sauce and grill. 7. Don’t leave anything to waste, make the most of your leftover Rooster mash by adding it to soups and sauces; it’s the perfect natural thickener! 8. If you’re tight on time, you can half the cooking time of a baked potato by placing metal skewers through your Roosters before putting into the oven. 9. Try frying cubed Roosters in olive oil with a few sprigs of rosemary for a great alternative side dish. 10. Add a hint of zest to your potato salad by mixing a dash of vinaigrette and a squeeze of lemon juice. For further information or photography please contact Jenna McDavitt or Michelle Stoodley on 020 7240 2444 or email jenna@stormcom.co.uk / michelle@stormcom.co.uk.