Potato

To cure them you simply need to let the cut potatoes sit in an airy, dry place that is out of the sun for 2… Read More »How Do You Cure Potatoes Before Planting?

This process, which is called oxidation, happens because potatoes are a naturally starchy vegetable. And when exposed to oxygen, starches turn gray, brown, or even… Read More »Why Did My Potatoes Turn Grey When I Cook Them?

If your pantry is too hot, or if you store potatoes for a long time, they will grow sprouts and might rot. How do you… Read More »What Happens If You Keep Potatoes For Too Long?

How many potato plants per person? The average recommendation is 15 to 20 potato plants per person. With healthy soil, you can expect about 6… Read More »How Many Potatoes Should I Plant For A Family Of 4?

Early potatoes store for about 5 days in a cool, dry and dark position so harvest them when needed. They really do taste best when… Read More »How Do You Store First Early Potatoes?

What are new potatoes? New potatoes have thin, wispy skins and a crisp, waxy texture. They are young potatoes and unlike their fully grown counterparts,… Read More »What Makes A Potato A New Potato?

First early or ‘new’ potatoes are so-called because they are the earliest to crop, in June and July. Second earlies (also called ‘new’ potatoes) are… Read More »Why Do They Call Them New Potatoes?

Baby potatoes are simply potatoes that are picked before they reach their full size, and can be from any variety that is grown year-round. These… Read More »Can You Eat Tiny Potatoes?

To clean potatoes, first rinse them off under cool water. Then, rub the surface of each potato with your fingers to remove any stubborn dirt… Read More »How Do You Clean Fresh Dug Potatoes?

It’s made very clear that a potato only diet would sustain you for longer than nothing, but you wouldn’t be healthy. Mark had 400 days… Read More »Can You Survive On Potatoes Martian?