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How do you cure freshly picked potatoes?

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Cure potatoes at a temperature of 45 to 60 degrees Fahrenheit and high relative humidity (85 to 95 percent) for two weeks. Healing of minor cuts and bruises and thickening of the skin occurs during the curing process. Once cured, sort through the potatoes and discard any soft, shriveled, or blemished tubers.


Do you have to cure potatoes after harvest?

Damaged potatoes will rot during storage and should be used as soon as possible. After harvesting, potatoes must be cured. Let them sit in temperatures of 45 to 60 degrees Fahrenheit for about two weeks. This will give the skins time to harden and minor injuries to seal.

Do you have to let potatoes cure before eating?

Mature potatoes should be cured before eating. Curing causes the skins of potatoes to thicken and slows the respiratory rate of the tubers, preparing them for storage. To cure potatoes, brush off any remaining dirt and store dry potatoes between 45 to 60 degrees F and a relative humidity of 85 to 95 for 10 to 14 days.

Should you wash freshly dug potatoes before storing them?

Don't wash potatoes before storing: Washing the potatoes before storing them increases early spoiling chances. This is because moisture or a damp atmosphere can easily reduce their shelf life. The best time to wash them is when you are about to cook them.

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