What are baby potatoes?

These tiny potatoes aren't an actual type of potato, but a classification of their size. Any type of potato (yellow, red, etc.) can be called a baby potato as long as it ends up being a very small spud.

Are new potatoes the same thing as baby potatoes?

Yes! 'New' potatoes are so-called because they are the earliest to crop. They take 10-12 weeks to mature.

Do baby potatoes taste different than regular-size potatoes?

Baby potatoes usually have a sweeter flavor and a more delicate texture than larger potatoes. They are often used in salads, stews, or roasted as a side dish.

How Long to Boil Baby Potatoes (+ Delicious Recipe!)

Name: The BEST Boiled Baby Potatoes Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 1/2 pounds small baby potatoes (preferably an assortment of red, blue, and yellow); 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; Kosher salt; 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper, plus more to taste; 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder, plus more to taste; 1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley (sub: 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley flakes); Optional: 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, plus more to taste

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The BEST Boiled Baby Potatoes Recipe

With a little added butter and pantry seasonings, this boiled baby potatoes recipe looks stunning and will please everyone at the table!

Yield: 4-6 servings 1x

Prep: 5 minutesCook: 10 minutesTotal: 15 minutes

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Ingredients

1 1/2 pounds small baby potatoes (preferably an assortment of red, blue, and yellow)
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper, plus more to taste
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder, plus more to taste
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley (sub: 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley flakes)
Optional: 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, plus more to taste

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Instructions

If your potatoes are not bite-sized, then cut them in half.
In a large pot, add enough water to cover your baby potatoes by at least 1 inch of water. Bring to a boil over high heat (put on the lid to help it boil faster). Then, salt the water liberally (about 1 tablespoon) once it’s boiling.
Boil the baby (or small) potatoes until they are fork tender, about 8-10 minutes depending on the size of your potatoes.
Drain the potatoes in a colander over the sink and then return them to the pot.
Gently toss the potatoes with the butter, a pinch of Kosher salt, pepper, garlic powder, and parsley. Stir in optional Parmesan, if desired. Taste and add more seasoning, if desired.
Serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes/Tips

Dairy-Free Option: Use ghee (lactose-free clarified butter), vegan butter, or olive oil instead of butter. Leave out the Parmesan cheese.
Kosher Salt Substitute: If subbing table salt for the Kosher salt in this recipe, use about half as much.

Cuisine: American Method: Boil

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