Potatoes are the most wasted food in British households but you can save money and stop throwing them away by learning how to store them properly and make them last longer
Over 5.8 million potatoes are discarded daily in British homes, making them the nation's most wasted food item. To save money and reduce waste, it's crucial to store potatoes correctly, as many people unknowingly keep them in the wrong place.
While it might seem logical to refrigerate potatoes due to their preference for cool temperatures, Heidi warns against this common mistake, saying: "Even though potatoes love cool locations, you'll want to make sure you keep them OUT of your refrigerator. When potatoes are stored in the fridge, the starches in them can convert to sugar."
This change in colour indicates that the potato might become harmful to consume. Heidi recommended that we avoid potatoes turning green at all costs saying, "Thankfully, the lack of light will help avoid that, prolong the life of the potato, and reduce early sprouting."
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