Storing Potatoes
Storing potatoes
is very easy.
And it is important to storage potatoes the right way to keep them as
fresh as possible.
Below are some
recommendations so you
can learn how to store potatoes the right way. I'm sure no body likes
to cook potatoes with green spots, sprouts, etc., so follow the tips
below and you will always have delicious
potatoes
ready to cook:
Store potatoes in a
basket, net or paper bag. Do not store
them in a plastic bag, unless the bag is perforated.
How to store them:
1. Store potatoes in a cool, dry, dark place with
ventilation. Do not store them in a refrigerator
because they will darken when
cooked.
2. Use potatoes within a week if possible; at room
temperature they will keep for about one to two
weeks.
3. If you peel or cut potatoes and you
aren't
going to cook them immediately, you can place them in cold water to
prevent them from darkening.
4. Potatoes will keep for several weeks if stored
between 45 to 50º F.
5. Do not expose potatoes
directly
to light because they will turn green. If you find a potato with green
spots or sprouts, just remove them with a knife.
6. Do not wash potatoes before
using
them. Dampness can cause potatoes to look shrink.
Always make sure that the potatoes are dry.
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