Knowing how to make Simple Boiled Baby Potatoes (or New Potatoes) will be handy for dinner salads, raclette parties, and meal prep. Simply bring two quarts of water and a couple of tablespoons of course sea salt to a boil along with one store bought bag (about 1 1/2 pounds) of baby potatoes. Note: the water should taste like the sea so, adjust the salt accordingly.
Why Cooked and Cooled Potatoes are Good for You
You might be surprised that there is a health benefit to cooked and cooled potatoes, namely something called resistant starch. Resistant starch does not cause the same glucose spike as other carbohydrates and it’s good food for the gut microbiome by serving as a prebiotic. Plus, potatoes contain a good amount of Vitamin C and several B vitamins.
Once the potatoes come to a boil, continue a medium boil for 8 to 10 minutes or until the potatoes can be pierced though with a sharp knife. Drain and season for immediate serving or cool for meal prep use.
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Simple Boiled Baby Potatoes (or New Potatoes)
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds baby potatoes (usually 1 store-bought bag)
- 2 quarts water
- 2 tablespoons course sea salt
Instructions
- Bring two quarts of water and two tablespoons of course sea salt to a boil along with 1 1/2 pounds of baby potatoes (usually 1 store-bought bag).
- Once water comes to a boil set a timer for 8 to 10 minutes. Potatoes are done when they can be pierced by a sharp knife.
