The Goldilocks of potatoes?
Chefs say yellow varieties are just right for roasting.
Learn their secrets for creating perfectly crispy, creamy spuds.
Photo:Photo: Jen Causey. EatingWell design.
Photo: Jen Causey.
Potatoes might not demand the spotlight, but they have long been dedicated, quiet overachievers in the kitchen.
Their versatility doesnt stop atroasting, though.
They also shine insmashed potatoes,hasselback potatoes,melting potatoesandmore!
Why Yellow Potatoes?
What makes these golden beauties so special comes down to their unique molecular makeup.
Because of this, they also require minimal seasoning to taste delicious.
Yellow Potatoes vs. the Competition: What Makes Them Different?
When it comes to roasting, not all potatoes are created equally.
And theyre relatively easy to find.
But as long as your potatoes are smooth and blemish-free, says Narins, they’ll be great!
Potatoes are hard to mess up!
How to Roast Your Potatoes Like a Chef
Less is more guides Wallaces approach.
You dont need to do too much to them to make them a star dish, she enthuses.
For Narins, the path to potato perfection starts before the oven.
Podhaizer also does a bit more prep work in advance by way of chopping.
She then roasts them at 425F.
And remember, potatoes are hard to mess up!
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