Once you take a look at potatoes then it is you that can see a number of different varieties. In the world, there are around 3,000 different types of potatoes. The usual potatoes that you see range only at around 100 varieties. Each of these potatoes has its own different and unique characteristics. Once you take a look at practice from different varieties than it is them that will vary in color, texture, taste, and shape. That is why it is you that should also use different potatoes depending on the uses that it will have. If you are planning to roast potatoes then one of the best options that you can have been the Russets potatoes or also known as Idaho potatoes. These potatoes are known for their high starch content. They also have white flesh with brown skin. Russets potatoes have a floury texture which makes them a great option for baking or roasting. Due to the low moisture and high starch content that these potatoes have, it is them that are preferred by a lot of chefs. Russets potatoes can also be used for mashing and frying. Idaho's potatoes get their name due to the place where they are grown a lot each year. These potatoes are also good for the health since they low in calories. If you are planning your roasted russets potatoes then there are steps that you will need to follow.
The very first thing that you need to do when roasting russets potatoes is to wash the potatoes thoroughly. You can then peel them or leave the skin in place. Once done, it is you that can choose to cut them at around one and a half-inch per chunk.
After you have already cut the potatoes, the next thing that you will need to do is to place them in a large pot with water and salt in it. Set the heat at high then cover the pot and wait for it to boil. Once the ware starts to boil, wait for five minutes then drain the potatoes and set it in a large bowl to cool down. If you are planning to make use of the potatoes the day after then you can also do so as long as you place them in an airtight container and place it inside the refrigerator.
Once you are ready to cook your potatoes, the next thing that you will have to do is to preheat the oven at around four needed degrees Fahrenheit. Next is to pour around two to three tablespoons of olive oil at the bottom of the roasting pan. You can then add the potato chunks and season it with salt and pepper. Evenly coat the potatoes with the olive oil and seasonings mix using your hands. If you want to have a more flavorful dish, it is you that can add garlic powder, chopped onions, paprika, and green bell peppers.
Once done, you can now place the potatoes in your preheated oven preferably in the middle of the rack. Roast the potatoes for up to thirty to forty minutes until the whole mixture turns brown. You can choose to turn the roasted russets potatoes once or twice during the whole process.
