What is the best variety of potato?
It depends on how you’re using them. If you are looking for a specific outcome, like solid slices for scalloped potatoes, a waxy potato (red- or white-skinned) is recommended. If you like smooth mashed potatoes, it might be best to start with a floury (baking) potato. I’ve listed below the different types of potatoes (excluding sweet potatoes) and their characteristics: Russet potatoes: This is the most widely used potato variety in the United States. A large majority is grown in the Northwest. These potatoes are high in starch and are characterized by netted brown skin and white flesh. Russets are light and fluffy when cooked, making them ideal for baking and mashing. They also are wonderful for frying and roasting. Round white potatoes: These potatoes are medium in starch level and have smooth, light tan skin with white flesh. These are creamy in texture and hold their shape well after cooking. Regarded an all-purpose potato, round whites are very versatile and can be used in most po
