Even though you didn't realize it, you've been peeling potatoes wrong your whole life. That's why you should use this advice from Cosmopolitan the next time a recipe calls for potatoes:

Instead of peeling them like you'd peel a carrot, you should simply cut a circle into the skin and then cook it like you normally would. By doing this, you'll give your potato more flavor--and when the potato comes out of the water, you can peel the skin right off. Want to see proof? The video is down below:

Are you going to try this handy trick the next time you cook?