RUSSET POTATOES
 A brown skinned, oblong potato with a white interior. It's one of the most popular potatoes. It has a rough skin and can grow quite large. The russet is low in moisture and high in starch, making it good for baking, boiling or even making French fries.
Russets a re sometimes referred to as the "baking" potato. The most popular variety is the Russet Burbank, which has an oblong shape and medium skin that is light brown in color. It has a white flesh, which bakes up light and fluffy. Another variety is the Russet Norkotah. It is also oblong in shape but has a heavier skin that is more appealing in appearance. It is not as light and fluffy when baked as the Burbank. Russet potatoes are available throughout the year.
When selecting, choose those that are firm and plump, avoiding those that have shriveled skins, sprouting eyes, soft spots, blemishes and green spots.
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