Do not bake a Red Bliss potato. Don’t do it. I see you eyeing that bag of reds at the store—stop. They are waxy, dense, and will leave you with a waxy, dense brick that tastes like disappointment. Same goes for new potatoes or fingerlings.
This Baked Potato Recipe Has a Secret Step for the Best Flavor and Texture
These little guys are amazing for roasting or boiling, but they lack the starch to puff up. You’ll just be eating a sad, wet pebble. Trust me on this—I’ve been that pebble-eater, and it wasn’t cute.