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QUESTION:Potato and Onion Storage
I have just thrown away more potatoes and last week I did the same for
some onions. I am obviously doing something wrong by storing the bags
in the pantry. In view of the discussion with qukes and carrots I was
wondering if any of the group had any pointers on storage of taters
and onions?
ANSWER: If you intend to store potatoes and onions for any length of time, if possible,
choose the loose ones; obviously, do not choose those that are soft or with
blemishes. If you must buy bagged, do not purchase the potatoes that come
packaged in plastic bags, choose the ones in the paper sacks with that mesh
window, and check carefully that no eyes have begun to sprout. Store in a dry,
cool (not fridge cold), and dark place having good air circulation. Excessive
cold will escalate starch conversion to sugar with potatoes. Light will cause
potatoes to form that bitter tasting green tinge. Optimally, they will be
stored so that no individual potatoes or onions will be in physical contact
with their neighbor, touching each other will cause moisture to condense at
that spot, giving a place for rot to begin. Laying them out about an inch
apart on a wooden board on the basement floor works for me. Also, refrain from
purchasing more then you can use within 2-3 weeks.
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