MAY QUEEN

May Queen potatoes are medium to large in size and are oval to oblong with a somewhat uniform shape. The smooth, pastel yellow to light brown skin has small brown spots, dents, and a few, shallow eyes spread across the surface. The pale yellow to ivory flesh is dense, firm, and moist.

When cooked, May Queen potatoes have a waxy texture, hold their shape well, and offer sweet and mild, earthy flavors. May Queen potatoes are an excellent source of potassium, vitamin C, iron, vitamin B6, and fiber. May Queen potatoes are best suited for cooked applications such as steaming, sautéing, boiling, and roasting.

As a low-starch potato, May Queen potatoes have a high moisture content and hold their shape beautifully which makes them ideal in potato salads. They are also popularly used in curries, stews, as an accompaniment to meat dishes, and can even be eaten for breakfast when prepared as home fries.