International Day of the Potato

This common potato is known for its thin skin that doesn’t need to be peeled . Yukons can do it all. They’re medium-sized with creamy, yellow flesh that’s in between starchy and waxy . Just about anywhere you need a potato, you can use a Yukon gold. Type: All-purpose. Best for: Whatever you like, they’re kitchen workhorses. Yukon Gold Potato Recipes: Fried Potatoes and Sausage Skillet . Classic Potato Salad . Chicken Potato Soup . Greek Lemon Potatoes .

These smallish oblong potatoes have very dark purple skin and flesh , which is both moist and firm. They retain their color when cooked and are known for being high in antioxidants. Type: All-purpose Best for: Roasting, baking, soup, deep-frying, pan-frying Purple Majesty Potato Recipes: Mixed New Potato Salad with Sweet Basil and Shallots Potato Salad with Yogurt, Arugula, and Dill