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What's the difference between a spud and a potato?
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A spud is a small, round, white root vegetable. It's usually boiled or baked, and served as a side dish. A potato is a large, starchy tuber that is usually boiled, fried, roasted, mashed, or baked. Potatoes are also used in many other dishes such as soups, stews, salads, and casseroles.