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How to store potatoes correctly<\/h3>\n
In one video, Nikole explained: \u201cIf you\u2019re still storing your potatoes in the plastic bag that they come, in or putting them on the counter or definitely not in the fridge, you want to be doing this instead.\u201d<\/p>\n
Nikole said the best way to keep potatoes fresh is to store them in an open paper bag in order to help air circulation and then they should be stored in a \u201cdark cool place\u201d such as a cupboard or under a countertop, but not in a fridge.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Nikole explained that keeping potatoes in the fridge, in plastic or even stored with other vegetables will also affect their taste. She said: \u201cIt will actually make the potatoes taste dark and change the flavour of them, which we do not want with our fries.<\/p>\n
\u201cI\u2019ve been victim to this, but you do not want to be storing your onions in with your potatoes because they actually let out a gas which is going to make your potatoes sprout and go bad faster.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Potatoes produce a small amount of ethylene gas, a growth hormone which will increase the rate potatoes begin to decay, and make them sprout faster if placed near onions. They can also pick up odours from onions, which will affect the taste.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Don’t miss… <\/strong> We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you’ve consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info<\/p>\n @healthnutnutrition This is the best way to save your potatoes and make those home made potatoes French fries the best #potatohack #groceryhack #groceries #vegetablehack \u266c original sound – Nikole Goncalves<\/p><\/blockquote>\n Potatoes need to be kept away from light, have a cool temperature and have plenty of air ventilation in order to keep fresher for longer.\u00a0<\/p>\n Nikole said: \u201cWhen you store your produce properly, they will last so much longer, which means you\u2019re gonna save money and prevent a lot of food waste in your kitchen.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n In Nikole video comment section, many people thanked for for the simple food storage advice.\u00a0<\/p>\n One user said: \u201cThe potatoes I just bought sprouted within two days, I needed this advice, Thank you!\u201d<\/p>\n Another person wrote: \u201cI\u2019m saving my McDonald\u2019s takeaway bags just to try this!\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n Someone else commented: \u201cThis is an awesome idea. My potatoes seem to sprout so fast, so I\u2019m now trying this, thank you!\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
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