New Potatoes - Red - Tiny/ Pearl (C) 5lb

New potatoes are less about variety and more about timing. They’re the first potatoes lifted from the field before the plant has fully matured — harvested young, when the skins are still thin, the sugars are high, and the interior hasn’t converted fully to starch.

Historically, new potatoes marked the beginning of the harvest season across Europe and early American farms. They were pulled early out of necessity — to make room in the field, to bring in early income, and because after a long winter, fresh potatoes were something people didn’t wait on. Over time, that early harvest became prized not for convenience, but for flavor and texture.

Our C-size new potatoes are small and uniform — ideal for consistent cooking and clean presentation. Because they’re harvested before full maturity:

    •    Skins are delicate — no need to peel

    •    Moisture content is higher than storage potatoes

    •    Starch levels are lower, giving them a waxy, cohesive texture

    •    Natural sugars are more pronounced, especially when roasted

The result is a potato that holds together when cooked, with a subtle sweetness and a smooth, almost creamy bite.

For the Kitchen

New potatoes reward simple, precise cooking:

    •    Roasted: Toss whole or halved with oil and salt; high heat brings out their natural sugars and gives a light, even crust

    •    Boiled: Cook gently in salted water and finish with butter and herbs — skins stay intact, interiors stay tender

    •    Smashed: Parboil, press, and roast for crisp edges and a soft center

    •    Confit: Low and slow in oil for a silky, uniform texture

    •    Warm salads: Hold shape well when dressed — ideal with vinaigrettes, mustard, or herbs

Because of their lower starch content, they won’t fall apart or go mealy. Instead, they stay intact and responsive — a potato that works with the cook rather than against them.

New potatoes are a seasonal product in the truest sense — harvested early, handled gently, and best used simply while they’re fresh.