Christmas dinner: what’s the secret to a great roast potato? | Kitchen aide
Pre-boil, let them dry out, and roast them in very hot oil – top tips from the pros on how to make deliciously fluffy, crisp festive spuds
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What’s the secret to a great roast potato for my Christmas dinner?
Tracey, Guildford
Forget the turkey, sprouts and all the rest: the spuds are by far the best bit of any roast, Christmas or otherwise, and don’t listen to anyone who tells you differently. They cover every base, from carbs, crunch and salt to fat, umami and delicious excess.