The Reason You Should Start Boiling Potatoes With The Skin Still On - Chowhound

Since potatoes are porous, plopping them into a pot of water without their protective peel can mess up their texture, making them mushy and crumbly. Boiling the tubers sans skin can also lead to their natural flavor and nutrients leaching into the water. Both problems will make for a less appetizing meal. Fortunately, one of the leading authorities on the nation's favorite vegetable has a simple solution. No…