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How to Keep Washed and Poked Potatoes Safe Overnight?

Jun 28, 2024
Q: I have 4 potatoes with skin that have been washed and poked. I would like to know how can I safely keep them until tomorrow? 
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Is It Okay To Leave Red Potatoes, Cubed and Prepped, In The Fridge In Aluminum Foil Overnight?

Jun 21, 2024
Q: I had prepped red potatoes, cubed and oiled with fresh seasonings, for the grill. We got rained out before I could make them. Are they ok on aluminum foil in the fridge, overnight?
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Can I Use The Lemon Water to Also Blanch Potatoes?

Jun 7, 2024
Q: I am cutting the potatoes for French fries and soaking in lemon water to be frozen. Can I use the lemon water to also blanch them?
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How Do You Keep Pennsylvania Dutch Potato Salad From Getting Watery When Made The Day Before?

May 31, 2024
Q: How do you keep Pennsylvania Dutch potato salad from getting watery when made the day before?
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Which Variety of Potato Would Soak Up The Most Liquid In a Breakfast Casserole?

May 10, 2024
Q: I plan to use potatoes instead of bread in a breakfast casserole. I need the potatoes to be absorbent. Which variety of potato would soak up the most liquid?
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From A Chain Operator Point Of View, Are There Any Advantages To Storing Potatoes In A Distributor Warehouse At A Warmer Temperature For Better French Fry Applications?

Apr 26, 2024
Q: From a chain operator point of view, are there any advantages to storing potatoes in a distributor warehouse at a warmer (55F) temperature for better French fry applications? I’ve heard this may or may not be so. If so, what are the advantages. Any disadvantages? 
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Should I Peel The Greenish White Potatoes Before Using In Crockpot Dishes? Or Boiling?

Mar 22, 2024
Q: Should I peel the greenish white potatoes before using in crockpot dishes? Or boiling?
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Will Overly Sugary Potatoes Contaminate My Fryer Oil And Cause All Future Fries To Turn Out Dark Until I Change Out The Oil?

Mar 22, 2024
Q: Will overly sugary potatoes contaminate my fryer oil and cause all future fries to turn out dark until I change out the oil?
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I Will Be Making Boiled Potatoes For A St. Patrick's Day Party, How Long Can I Keep Them In A Food Warmer Cabinet?

Mar 15, 2024
Q: I will be making boiled potatoes for a St. Patrick's Day party, how long can I keep them in a food warmer cabinet?
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My Potatoes Are Still Crunchy After Being In The Crockpot For 6-7 Hours. How Do I Make Them Soft Now?

Feb 9, 2024
Q: I made potato soup in the crockpot. Yesterday. Cooked on high for 6 to 7 hours. Potatoes are still crunchy. Is there a way I can make them soft now? Or do I have to throw it away?
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