how long to boil russet potatoes for potato salad
Cover with an inch of water and stir in a teaspoon of salt. Cook the potatoes until tender: Bring the water to a simmer over medium-high heat; adjust the heat to keep the water at a gentle simmer. Cook until the potatoes are tender all the way through when pierced with a fork, 8 to 12 minutes. Exact cooking time depends on the size of your cubes and the type of potatoes. For full step-by-step instructions, see How To Boil Potatoes. Drain and rinse the potatoes: Drain the potatoes and rinse them under cool water.