Potatoes are one of the most versatile vegetables grown in the home garden. They can be prepared in a wide variety of ways, and there are many different types of potatoes used for many different culinary purposes. There are potatoes specifically for boiling, baking, mashing, and frying.
Many recipes call for a specific type of potato to achieve the best results.
These are interesting choices because the flesh can be shades of yellow, pink, blue, or white. Mail order publications often sell these unusual varieties. These are typically between two to five inches long and narrower than a standard potato, according to the same book. Because of their shape, this type would be best suited for mashing, boiling, or frying. These are an early variety that have white skin.