Basic American Foods is a food products company based in Boise, Idaho. It was founded in 1933 and has over 1,700 employees. The company produces a range of potato products, including mashed potatoes, hash browns, and potato flakes. Its products are sold to foodservice and retail customers in the United States and internationally. Basic American Foods is committed to sustainability and has implemented a number of initiatives to reduce its environmental impact, including reducing water usage and waste generation.