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Storage
Fresh Washington potatoes will keep longest when stored in a cool, dry, dark area with good ventilation.
Ideally, storage areas should range between 42-48° F. Warmer temperatures encourage sprouting and shriveling. Cooler temperatures can alter the taste and cooking properties of a potato.
Never freeze a potato. Fresh potatoes will not cook well and are susceptible to injury when they have been frozen.
Avoid placing potatoes in direct light. This prevents greening discoloration to the potato skin which makes them inedible.
Washing
Scrub your potatoes with warm water. Do not use soap. Without breaking the skin.
As an alternative, you may place potatoes flat in dish racks and run them through a soapless dishwasher.
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