Sweet Potato

Root rot is the most common reason for sweet potato vine leaves to turn yellow or brown. To help prevent this, make sure your soil,… Read More »Why Do Sweet Potato Leaves Turn Yellow?

Sweet potato roots continue to grow until frost kills the vines. Roots can be left in the ground for a short while; however, a hard… Read More »What Happens If You Leave Sweet Potatoes In The Ground Too Long?

You don’t need to put the tuber in water for it to grow slips, but when you start to see the sprouts emerge, I’d place… Read More »Do Sweet Potatoes Need To Be Submerged In Water?

Wash sweet potatoes, rub in oil, poke with a fork for vent holes. Allow to cool, then wrap in foil, then place in freezer (you… Read More »How Do You Preserve Sweet Potatoes?

Sweet potato skins are safe to eat and can be easily added to most recipes. They’re rich in fiber, other nutrients, and antioxidants that can… Read More »Should You Peel Sweet Potatoes?

Scrub sweet potatoes well before cooking. Whenever possible, cook them in their skins as they are easier to peel after cooking and retain more nutrients.… Read More »Does Boiling Sweet Potatoes Make Them Easier To Peel?

The short answer is yes. Potatoes that have sprouted are still OK to eat, but only once you’ve removed the sprouts. Here’s a guide on… Read More »Is It Ok To Eat Sweet Potatoes That Have Sprouted?

Once they have been peeled and cut, raw potatoes will turn brown quickly. This process, which is called oxidation, happens because potatoes are a naturally… Read More »Why Do Sweet Potatoes Go Black When Peeled?

Seen those black spots in your sweet potatoes after peeling them? Dubbed as the internal black spots, these spots are “bruising” that occurs when potatoes… Read More »What Are Small Black Holes In Sweet Potatoes?

Dubbed as the internal black spots, these spots are “bruising” that occurs when potatoes tend to lie against each other for an extended period. Worrisome… Read More »Is It Safe To Eat Sweet Potatoes With Black Spots?