Baked Potato Collection

Whitechapel Refreshments, 1872. Creator: Gustave Doré
Whitechapel Refreshments, 1872. A group stand round a potato vendor in Londons East End. From, " LONDON. A Pilgrimage" by Gustave Dore and Blanchard Jerrold. [Grant and Co

Baked Potatoe Man, 1872. Creator: Gustave Doré
Baked Potatoe Man, 1872. Steam cart selling baked potatos. From, " LONDON. A Pilgrimage" by Gustave Dore and Blanchard Jerrold. [Grant and Co. 72-78, Turnmill Street, E.C. 1872]

All Hot, Cries of London, 1804. Artist: Samuel Stanesby
All Hot. A baked potato seller with two boys. Standing on a street corner, one of the boys is eating a baked potato, while a dog stands in front of them sniffing out any scraps

Black and white illustration of kebabs, steaks, chicken drumsticks and corn cobs on a grill over hot coals, foil-wrapped potatoes on the embers

Pricking a Baked Potato

Jacket potato halves with cheese and sweetcorn filling

Two slices of toasted raisin bread with a knob of melting butter on top

Baked sweet potato containing a knob of melting butter, served on white plate with knife and fork, close up, tilted view

Jacket potato halves with cheese and bacon toppings

Opening sliced baked potato by squeezing sides on wooden chopping board, using napkin as protection from heat

Jacket potato topped with sour cream, sprinkled with chives

Chilli Con Carne in ceramic pot, and served on plate with jacket potatoes and salad leaves

Four jacket potatoes in a row with different fillings, prawns, ham, cheese and tuna, view from above

Baked potatoes with various fillings, including ham, cheese, prawns, chicken and sweetcorn

Chicken breast, baked sweet potato, and sliced grilled peppers on dish

A baked potato topped with grated cheese

Baked potato with cherry tomatoes

Preparing baked potatoes, pricking with fork, close-up

A display of harvest produce on a farmhouse table

New England clam bake, a dish of boiled lobster and clams served with corn on the cob, baked potatoes and bowl of melted butter, view from above

Baked potato with grated cheese topping

A jacket potato with butter, salt and pepper, on a wooden chopping board, close-up

Baked Potato

Baked potato filled with chopped tomato, cucumber, chive served in red onion salsa on white plate

Steak served with baked potato, sour cream, chives and green beans on white plate

Broccoli and cheddar-stuffed potatoes on a napkin, and a bowl of salad

Baked sweet potato stuffed with feta

Baked potato with sour cream and chives on white plate

PEDDLERS: POTATO MAN. Baked-potato man. Line engraving, 19th century

Baked potato with tuna and celery

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"Baked Potato: A Timeless Delight in Culinary Art" Step back in time to the year 1872, where Whitechapel Refreshments introduced a culinary masterpiece known as the baked potato. Created by the talented Gustave Doré, this iconic dish has stood the test of time and continues to tantalize taste buds today. In Gustave Doré's "Baked Potato Man, " we catch a glimpse of bustling streets filled with mouthwatering aromas. The cries of London echo through the air as vendors offer their delectable creations to passersby. Imagine sinking your teeth into a perfectly cooked potato, its skin crispy and golden brown from being nestled amongst hot coals on a grill. Pricking a baked potato was an art form in itself, ensuring that each bite would be tender and bursting with flavor. And what better way to enjoy this humble spud than by topping it with cheese and sweetcorn? The combination of gooey melted cheese and bursts of sweetness creates an irresistible symphony for your taste buds. For those seeking something sweeter, toasted raisin bread slathered with melting butter provides a delightful contrast to the savory nature of our star ingredient. But let us not forget about its cousin, the baked sweet potato. Served on a pristine white plate alongside knife and fork, its rich orange flesh holds within it a luscious knob of melting butter that beckons you closer. Jacket potatoes take center stage once again, this time adorned with indulgent toppings like cheese and bacon or sour cream sprinkled generously with chives. Each bite is pure bliss as these flavors meld together harmoniously on your palate. For heartier fare, imagine digging into Chilli Con Carne served in ceramic pots alongside jacket potatoes and crisp salad leaves. This hearty meal satisfies both body and soul while showcasing just how versatile our beloved they are be.