
"A pile of potatoes in the pantry is something that every kitchen ought to have. The versatility of this starchy vegetable means that it can become a perfect complement to just about any meal at any time of day. Without too much work, you can turn a potato or two into hash browns to go with a plate of eggs and bacon, fries or chips to accompany a tuna melt, or a creamy mash to pair with a roast chicken."
"The trouble with potatoes, of course, is that unlike, say, rice or pasta, this starchy side can turn on you. But if you know the best ways to keep potatoes fresh, they can actually last as long as a year. To stretch the lifespan of your spuds out to these great lengths, you will need to create an environment that is dark, cool, well-ventilated, and neither too dry nor too moist."
Potatoes are versatile, starchy vegetables that complement meals throughout the day and often rival mains for attention. Potatoes are tubers that store energy and nutrients to regrow, making them responsive to environmental stimuli. Long storage requires conditions that mimic winter: darkness, cool temperature, good ventilation, and balanced moisture. Improper exposure causes greening, sprouting, wrinkling, and spoilage. Achieving these conditions can be challenging in modern homes, but following straightforward storage guidelines prevents sprouting and spoilage and can extend potato shelf life to around a year.
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