No matter if you enjoy them boiled, mashed or roasted to perfection, potatoes are one the most versatile vegetables to have in your kitchen as long as they are stored properly. Potatoes should have a long shelf life but many people make the mistake of storing them in the wrong place, which can cause them … Read more
Potatoes are the most common vegetable found in kitchens after the holidays, but many people unknowingly store them incorrectly, shortening their shelf life. Vegetables are often stored together to save room, but Tiffany, a cook and founder of Imperfectly Happy, has explained that potatoes need to always be kept away from onions. Tiffany said: “It’s … Read more
Potatoes are the base of many hearty dishes and one of the most versatile accompaniments in the culinary world. That’s why, when storing this beloved vegetable at home, knowing where and how to keep it can go a long way. Food blogger Jerry James Stone has the perfect solution to help you achieve the ideal … Read more
Autumn is now here and many people will be getting their cookbooks out to make their favourite hearty dishes such as stews or soups to keep warm during the cold weather. One of the staple ingredients in most comfort food recipes is potatoes, and stopping them from expiring before their time can be difficult if … Read more
Households throw away 1.96kg of food per day, on average, which is equivalent to eight meals per week, according to The Eco Experts. Unsurprisingly, fresh produce, namely fruit and vegetables, are among the most common items wasted by Britons, and potatoes top the chart. Data shared by WRAP revealed that a staggering 4,400,000 potatoes are … Read more
A clever storage trick using fruit could help extend the shelf-life of your potatoes and prevent them from sprouting, according to a TikTok content creator. Potatoes with green spots or sprouts may contain toxins, leading many to discard them if these areas can’t be removed. As a general guideline, spuds should be kept away from … Read more
It may seem like common sense to store your potatoes in a cupboard or a storage bin after unpacking your shopping, but there is a simpler way to keep them fresher for longer. Luke Willcox, an expert from Seasonal Spuds, has shared that contrary to popular belief, potatoes are best kept in the fridge to … Read more
Potatoes are handy to have stored in your kitchen as they go with plenty of dinner recipes, but it can be frustrating to discover they have rotted away if you have just bought a fresh batch. If your potatoes are going mushy before their time, it could be because you are leaving them in their … Read more
Potatoes tend to have a long shelf life, but it has long been a hotly debated topic on where the best place is to store them in your kitchen to make them last longer. Most people will keep their potatoes in a cupboard as it has long been claimed that a dark and cool place … Read more
Potatoes are a staple in every household, loved for their versatility when it comes to home cooking. While they’re a reliable store cupboard ingredient, earthy spuds can quickly turn inedible if left for too long. And it’s often when you’re just about to start cooking that you notice sprouting, wrinkles, or a nasty green tinge … Read more
