What are yellow potatoes?

Yellow potatoes are an all-purpose potato with thin golden skin, yellow flesh that tastes naturally buttery and a medium starch level. Yukon Gold is the best-known yellow variety, developed at the University of Guelph in the 1960s. Masser Potato Farms grows its yellow potatoes on Northeastern farmland.

What are the common characteristics of yellow potatoes?

Yellow potatoes have a rounded or oval shape, smooth golden skin and moist, slightly waxy flesh with a creamy, subtly sweet flavor. Sizes range from bite-sized petites to large potatoes. Yellow potatoes have thin skin, so you don't need to peel them before cooking.

What are yellow potatoes good for?

Yellow potatoes are good for roasting, grilling, mashing and smashed potatoes due to their medium starch level. Roasting gives them a crisp outside and a tender inside, while grilling caramelizes their natural sugars. They also mash smooth with only a little butter and milk. Mash yellow potatoes with rosemary and garlic, and pair with roast chicken or salmon. For a quick side, season petite yellow potatoes with premium Spiceology® seasoning blend and pop them in the microwave for 5 minutes.

Are yellow potatoes good for you?

Yes, yellow potatoes are good for you. With the skin on, they're a complex carb with moderate fiber and rich in nutrients like potassium, vitamin C and phosphorus. The golden flesh gets its color from carotenoids, mainly lutein and zeaxanthin, which protect your eyes and provide antioxidant support. Yellow potatoes from Masser Potato Farms are also naturally gluten-free and grown from non-GMO seed.

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Characteristics of Yellow Potatoes

Yellow potatoes come in a range of sizes, from bite-sized or petite to medium and large. With a rounded shape and light, golden skin, yellows have a visually appetizing appearance. The yellow, golden insides feature a slightly waxy, moist texture with creamy, buttery flavor. Whether you’re roasting, grilling, or mashing, yellow potatoes offer delicious flexibility and a subtly sweet taste:

Grilling: Yellow potatoes on the grill call for the perfect crispy exterior and a slightly sweet, smoky flavor. Grilling caramelizes the sugars in the potato, enhancing its natural flavor.
Roasting: Cook your potatoes in the oven with your desired seasonings and oils. The outside gets crispy, and the inside becomes tender with a naturally buttery, creamy texture.
Mashing or Roasting: Roast your potatoes to create a richer, slightly sweet flavor. Mash them with butter and milk for creamy mashed potatoes.
“Smashed” Potatoes: Boil or steam first, then “smash” your potatoes flat. Bake or air fry with butter or oil, and seasonings of your choice for a crispy, crunchy appetizer or side dish. Serve alone or with dipping sauce.

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