Potato

The foam is starch that cooks out of the potatoes. Amounts vary with potato type and tend to be greater in older potatoes. If starch… Read More »What Is The Foam On Top Of Boiling Potatoes?

Petite Potatoes Any type of potato (yellow, red, etc.) can be called a “petite potato” as long as it ends up being a very small… Read More »What Are The Little Red Potatoes Called?

Choosing Potatoes Yukon gold and other yellow potatoes are low- to medium-starch potatoes, and are well suited to roasting, mashing, baked dishes, and soups and… Read More »What’S The Difference Between Yellow Potatoes And Red Potatoes?

Cut lengthwise into 1/2 inch slices. Stack a few slices on top of each other and cut lengthwise again the width you want. Turn potato… Read More »How Small Should I Cut For Diced Potatoes?

If you don’t have red potatoes then the best substitutes include: Yukon Gold potatoes which are slightly yellow in color but have a similar flavor… Read More »Can You Substitute White Potatoes For Red Potatoes?

Cover the pot with a lid and let simmer until fork-tender, about 10-15 minutes for small and/or cubed potatoes or 20-25 minutes for large potatoes.… Read More »How Long Should Potatoes Simmer For?

You’ll most likely be using potatoes, and their starch will naturally thicken your stew. It’s not a gravy—you shouldn’t be adding a roux or flour… Read More »Do Potatoes Make Stew Thicker?

Red-skinned potatoes are better suited for shredding or scalloped dishes. Think latkes or potatoes au gratin. Unlike the the dry and fluffy russet, reds have… Read More »Which Potatoes Are Better Red Or Russet?

One of the most versatile foods are potatoes. They taste scrumptious prepared just about any way you choose. They can be mashed or whipped, and… Read More »What Makes Potatoes So Versatile?

Best Potato for Soups and Stews Russet potatoes (also called Idaho potatoes or Burbank potatoes) are large, have a rough brown skin, and fall apart… Read More »What Are The Best Potatoes To Put In A Stew?