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.

As the name might suggest, starchy potatoes are high starch and also low in moisture. This combination creates a signature flaky flesh and dried potato. The flesh breaks down easily, making these the ...

If you want to get technical, there are three general categories of potatoes: starchy/floury, all-purpose, and waxy. Every type of potato, whether it’s a tiny baby creamer or a big thick-skinned ...

These small, knobby potatoes are compact and flavorful, with a waxy texture that holds up great when you're plating something with structure in mind. It's a good reminder that picking the right type ...

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 ...

Claire is Lifehacker's Senior Food Editor. She has a B.S. in chemistry, a decade of food journalism experience, and a deep love for mayonnaise and MSG. By using both waxy potatoes and something ...

The russet—a large starchy potato with rough, brown skin and white flesh—is the most popular variety in the United States. These guys break down easily, so they’re ideal for baking and mashing ...