The Russet potato

A multi‑talented ally in the kitchen

Available year‑round, the Russet potato is a favourite of chefs and cooking enthusiasts. It’s famous for its floury texture and versatility in recipes. Whether you cook it as a puree, crispy fries, or a baked potato with a beautiful foil coating, it brings incomparable flavour and consistency to your favourite dishes.
Trust us… It’ll be the main star on your plate!
Set of numerous Russet potatoes from Ferme J. Ouimet with brownish and rough skin, stacked together.

How to cook Russet potatoes

The Russet is the perfect choice if you’re looking for an easy‑to‑cook potato! Its thick skin means it can be cooked in many ways to enhance any meal: mashed to accompany a juicy roast, hash browns for a hearty breakfast, or baked in the oven (or on the BBQ) for a mouth‑watering dinner!
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On the BBQ

For a taste of summer all year round!
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Boiled

For a delicious comfort meal!
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Stuffed

To impress your guests!
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Baked in the oven

Because it’s a must!
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As French fries

To serve with any dish!
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As French (or Greek) fries

To serve with any dish!
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Mashed

For the ultimate comfort food!
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Mashed

For the ultimate comfort food!
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In purée

Ideal for comforting and flavourful dishes!
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Golden hash browns

For that little extra touch!
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In salads

For a touch of “oomph” in your meals!

Russet potato categories

  • Petite
  • Table
  • Chef

Grocery store packaging sizes

Our Russet potatoes are packaged in bags of different sizes to make your grocery shopping easier. So, whether you need them in small or family size, you’ll have the right portion to cook what comes to your mind!
  • In bulk
  • 3 lb bag
  • 5 lb bag
  • 10 lb bag
  • 15 lb bag
  • 20 lb bag
  • 50 lb bag
Russet potatoes cut and stuffed with white sauce, cherry tomatoes and herbs, on a silver baking sheet with glass sauce pot.

Where to find our potatoes

Our delicious potatoes are available at grocery stores, local markets, and restaurants near you. You can also visit us and buy them directly from our farm stand! Enjoying the freshness and quality of Ferme J. Ouimet potatoes is easy!
Find our potatoes
Presentation of well-ordered red potatoes, Russet potatoes and white potatoes.
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Did you know that
Storing potatoes properly
Keep baby potatoes (creamers) refrigerated to keep them looking their best!
Storing potatoes properly
Store potatoes away from light, moisture, heat and cold.
Tips and tricks
Are you suffering from headaches? Potatoes could help! As one of the foods with the highest potassium content, they’re the perfect support against migraine, which is often caused by a lack of potassium.
Tips and tricks
Do you play sports for fun, or are you an athlete? Potatoes are an excellent source of energy for long‑term efforts. They’re rich in carbohydrates, potassium and vitamin C. It also helps replenish glycogen stores in your muscles.
Tips and tricks
Are your boiled potatoes turning black? Plunge them into cold water. They’ll stay beautiful, beautiful, beautiful!
Potato gossip
Approximately 150 varieties of potatoes are grown in Canada (according to Agriculture and Agri‑Food Canada).
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China, India and Ukraine are the world’s largest potato producers.
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Alberta is the province with the most significant potato production in Canada.
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Potatoes are fibre‑rich and an excellent source of antioxidants, B vitamins, potassium and manganese for your bones and cartilage.
Potato gossip
The average Canadian eats around 55.9 kg (123.24 lb) of potatoes yearly.
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The Goldrush variety is the most widely grown potato in Quebec.
Potato gossip
Potatoes are lower in calories than pasta and rice. So, please, don’t feel guilty about eating them!
Potato gossip
Potatoes known as “baby potatoes (or creamers)” are not a variety. They are simply small potatoes.
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Potato cooking water can shine up your tarnished stainless steel utensils.
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The potato is the 4th most consumed foodstuff in the world (after corn, wheat and rice).
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Are sweet potatoes not only delicious but also nutritious? They’re rich in antioxidants and vitamins C and E, making them a smart choice for a healthy diet.
Tips and tricks
Is your soup too salty? Add a few cubes of raw potato. They absorb the salt!
Potato gossip
Why is the Russet potato ideal for crispy fries and baked potatoes? Its floury flesh and thick skin make it so!