baking potato

Fluffy when roasted

A baking potato is a large, starchy potato variety suited for baking whole, typically a russet.

The high starch content produces a fluffy interior when cooked: I'll throw a couple of baking potatoes in the oven.

The thick skin crisps nicely and holds toppings well.

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  • russetReddish-brown color
  • jacketSleeved upper-body covering
  • fluffySoft and light-textured
  • starchyContaining complex carbohydrates
  • ovenEnclosed cooking chamber

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potato texture/starch type

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Immature, small tuber

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baking, bakers, bakery, bakeries, potato, potatoes

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G