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Janet

In article >, says...
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> I have always believed that baking potatoes are selected from ordinary
> potatoes because of their large size but now I am being persuaded that they
> are a special type of potato. Would someone kindly put me out of my misery?

They are not one special type of potato. Out of the hundreds of potato
varieties grown in the UK and sold in smkts, some are better for baking
and some better for salads .. this is not just about size but
consistency, it's floury or waxy. Some prefer a floury-texture variety
for baking, like Maris Piper or King Edward.

http://www.manyfacesofpotatoes.com/uk/potato-varieties/

Janet UK