According to Mike, from Kitchen Tips Online, there’s a trick to ensure potatoes last. He advised: “We’ve all heard it before – maybe Grandma told you – ‘put your potatoes in the fridge’.” Yet, he clarified that this isn’t the best approach, explaining: “Well, that’s actually not a good idea because potatoes don’t like the … Read more
Buying a sack of potatoes might seem pointless when half of the batch sprout legs and turn mushy before you get the chance to use them. If you are fed up of throwing away potatoes soon after buying them, blogger Jerry James Stone claims to have the perfect solution. According to Jerry, his food storage … Read more
With a cold snap currently sweeping the UK, people are likely starting to think about those winter warming comfort meals – soups, stews and roasts. All of these comfort classics share one common feature – potatoes. But there’s nothing worse than going to rustle up a cosy evening meal to find that your potatoes have … Read more
Whether you enjoy them roasted, baked, mashed, or fried, potatoes are undoubtedly a versatile British staple. Despite their popularity in the kitchen, many people are unsure of the best way to store them. To help you keep your potatoes fresh and extend their shelf life, Vlatka Lake, a storage expert at Space Station, gave Express.co.uk … Read more
“Any exposure to heat, direct sunlight or moisture will make them sprout and eventually spoil. “Your potatoes may even turn green from being in the light as photosynthesis can prompt the production of chlorophyll and even solanine, a poison that can be harmful if ingested in large amounts.” While some of us keep potatoes in … Read more
When it comes to storing food Brits go to extreme lengths to ensure the products that we buy in supermarkets don’t go to waste. As the UK goes through a cost of living crisis with costs skyrocketing people are buying less food when it comes to grocery shopping. However, one food staple that remains a … Read more
According to the man of Kitchen Tips Online, who has gathered over 226,000 subscribers on YouTube, there is a great (if unusual) hack for storing potatoes. While his first recommendation is to store potatoes in a basement, many homes in the UK don’t have access to such a room. If the kitchen is the only … Read more
Five things to consider when storing your potatoes 1. Give them proper air flow Ideally you should store loose potatoes in a mesh bag, carboard box, basket, paper bag or another well-ventilated container. This is because potatoes release carbon dioxide and water in the form of a vapor, which would make a tightly sealed bag … Read more
While potatoes generally have a good shelf life compared to other vegetables, unsuitable conditions mean they can spoil quickly. Richard Price at online supermarket Britsuperstore said: “Keeping potatoes fresh for an extended period requires proper storage and a few simple tricks to prevent sprouting, spoilage, and flavour changes. Here’s how to keep your potatoes fresher … Read more
Have you ever noticed your potatoes developing a greenish hue? Mike said that the green coating is from light, and it’s toxic. To keep potatoes fresh for up to 10 weeks, Mike suggests keeping them in your basement or a root cellar. If you don’t have access to those, you can keep your potatoes in … Read more
