Baby potatoes, also called new potatoes, are potatoes harvested early in the growing season, before the skin fully sets, leaving a thin, delicate skin and a tender, moist flesh. They're prized for a sweet, buttery flavor and hold their shape well, so they're commonly boiled, steamed, roasted, or sautéed whole rather than peeled and cut. Their mild flavor pairs well with butter, herbs, garlic, bacon, and acidic elements like lemon or vinegar. Because their skins are thin, they don't need to be peeled.