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How Do I Store Potatoes Without Having Them Sprout?

Jul 14, 2023
Q: You say to store potatoes in a dark spot inside a cupboard in your kitchen. I did that, and my granddaughter did it, and both of our potatoes started sprouting and I think she said hers even had worms in it. So I'm hoping putting it in the lower bin of the refrigerator will work.
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Why Do Potatoes Undergo Cold-Induced Sweetening?

Jun 30, 2023
Q: Why do potatoes undergo cold-induced sweetening? I heard that the sugar might protect the potato from the cold, is this true?
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Why Have My Fries Showing Inconsistent Results Lately?

Jun 23, 2023
Q: As a fresh-cut, French fry operator, lately our fries are showing some inconsistent results (premature darkening, sometimes limpy fries). Perhaps it’s the less-experienced staff, or maybe we’ve strayed from our usual, careful step-by-step program, or maybe something is happening with the potatoes?
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Should We Avoid Using Aluminum Foil If We Want To Eat The Skin?

Jun 23, 2023
Q: I heard using aluminum foil should not touch our food. Should we avoid using it if we want to eat the skin? What about tenting the potatoes?
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How Will Frying, Freezing, and Reheating Later Affect My French Fries?

Jun 16, 2023
Q: How will frying, freezing, and reheating later affect my French fries?
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Is Covering My Potatoes With Aluminum Foil Bad?

Jun 2, 2023
Q: I fried potatoes and onions skinless and I put them in a pan and covered them with aluminum foil. I was unaware of the risk of botulism. My question - can I get botulism that way? I'm concerned because my grandchildren ate the potatoes.
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Can I Water My Plants With Potato Water?

May 26, 2023
Q: I've heard you can water plants with potato water that came from boiling your potatoes. Are there any real benefits of this and how should I go about doing so?
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If I Leave The Skin On My Potatoes Will They Turn Dark?

May 19, 2023
Q: If I leave the skin on my potatoes will they turn dark?  
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Which Type Of Potatoes Have The Thickest Skin?

May 12, 2023
Q: Which type of potatoes have the thickest skin?
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When I Roast Potatoes They Often Come Out White. Why Don’t They Have Any Color?

May 5, 2023
Q: When I roast potatoes they often come out white. Why don’t they have any color?
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