Free Tool

Potato Boiling Timer

Never overcook your potatoes again - set it and forget it!

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Beep when timer finishes

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Click to enable

Suggested Times

10 minCubed (1-inch) - Quick boiling
15 minCubed (2-inch) - Standard size
20 minHalved medium potatoes
25 minWhole medium potatoes

Timer Tips

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Set timer when water reaches rolling boil, not when you turn on stove

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Test doneness at minimum time - fork should slide in easily

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Add 2-3 minutes for high altitude (above 3,000 feet)

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Large whole potatoes may need 30 minutes - use custom time

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Use browser notifications - walk away without losing track

How to Use This Timer

1

Bring your potatoes to a rolling boil on the stove

2

Click a preset time button (10, 15, 20, or 25 minutes) based on your cut size

3

Timer starts counting down. Enable sound for audio alert when done

4

When timer beeps, test potatoes with a fork. If needed, add 5 minutes

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Drain immediately and enjoy perfectly boiled potatoes!