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Vegetables
How long does potatoes last?
Starchy tubers.
Quick answer
Fridge (40°F / 4°C)
not recommended
Refrigeration converts starch to sugar — do not refrigerate
Pantry (room temp)
2 months
Cool dark place — NOT the fridge
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Signs potatoes has gone bad
- •Green tinge (toxic — solanine)
- •Sprouts (cut off and use; large sprouts = discard)
- •Soft and shriveled
- •Mold or strong odor
Storage tips
- ✓Never refrigerate raw potatoes — taste turns sweet/odd
- ✓Dark cool dry pantry is best
- ✓Keep separate from onions — they spoil each other faster
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Disclaimer: Times shown are USDA/FDA-recommended best quality periods, not absolute safety guarantees. Storage conditions, packaging, and food handling all affect actual shelf life. When in doubt, throw it out.