Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Potatoes come in different types, waxy or floury, the starch content of which matters depending on which kind of recipe you have.

From smooth and sturdy red potatoes to fluffy Russets to vivid sweet potatoes, tasty tubers come in a variety of shapes, colors, and flavors. Chef Devin Sanson, Executive Chef at Abbracci Cuisine & ...

When it comes to mashed potatoes, not all spuds are created equal. Not all potatoes behave the same once boiled and mashed. High-starch russets make light, fluffy mash, while waxy Yukon Golds yield a ...

Did you know that when you are devouring your potato salad and mashed potatoes at Thanksgiving dinner, you are eating two different types of potatoes? There are waxy potatoes, and then there are ...

QUESTION: What is the best potato to use in soups and stews so it won’t fall apart? — Deborah Dolsey, Detroit ANSWER: Waxy potatoes or those called boiling potatoes stand up well in soups and stews.

This guide will help you hash out all the differences between common types of spuds. Caitlin Bensel, Food Stylist: Torie Cox Potato, potahto, right? Well, not quite. The humble pantry staple comes in ...

Mary Berry elevates the cottage pie recipe to new luxury levels with dauphinoise potatoes. It’s so much smarter than the usual cottage pie and is perfect for casual supper parties too. Equipment and ...

Whether you like them boiled, roasted or mashed, potatoes are an important part of many people's diet. Supermarkets offer a range of varieties, often with descriptions using words like "floury", "waxy ...