253 Now you can have new potatoes again, at a pre-war price. The shops are full of them and what a treat they are! They're a luxury food you can eat without a qualm. New potatoes are specially rich in Vitamin C, and like their older relations they're grand energy food. But for once in a way, don't let's think about their food value, let's enjoy their taste! COOK THIS WAY FOR THE FULL FLAVOUR 1 Wash and scrub or scrape the potatoes. 2 Put in a saucepan of boiling, salted water with a sprig of mint, and simmer gently until 3 Drain and return to the pan with the lid half on to dry.