How Long Can Potatoes Stay on the Counter? What to Know Before You Toss Them

  • Heavily shriveled
  • Green
  • Moldy
  • Rotten-smelling

it’s best to throw it away.

When there are multiple signs of deterioration, there’s little reason to take a chance.

Should You Put Potatoes in the Refrigerator?

This is where things get a little more interesting.

Refrigeration isn’t automatically necessary for whole raw potatoes in ordinary household storage.

And depending on how you plan to cook them, very cold storage can affect potato quality. University of Minnesota Extension specifically notes that potatoes intended for frying are generally stored around 40–50°F to avoid cold-induced sweetening,

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