Balance of Food

Summertime and fair time are great times to eat fun disgusting things. Today's latest find comes from the Iowa State Fair: Potato Lollipops. As the state fair admits, the lollipop "features four thick slices of Russet potato deep-fried and on-a-stick with a variety of dipping sauces." It's good when you walking around to be able to have the food on a stick, especially with the dipping sauces to be held in the other hand. The great thing about potatoes is that they are fun to eat covered in some other fat, fun flavor. For example, this Chicago chain features fries covered in melted bleu cheese, bacon, green onions, a cup of Alfredo sauce, and garnished with tomato. (What is that tomato doing there?) The Iowa State Fair is also offering as a new entry this year, the X-Treme Fries – covered with chili, cheese, and topped off with jalapenos. And this entry is a reminder that other countries have an unique view on what should go on fries.