SUPERMARKET giant Tesco is seeking to increase consumers' awareness on how to store potatoes effectively, for longer.
In a bid to cut down food wastage and help with the cost of living, the store has included the information for shoppers on its 'Real Food' website, where it shares recipes, tips for money-saving and seasonal information.
"Potatoes are one of the most versatile veggies. They can even have a great shelf life, lasting for months, if you know how to store potatoes properly,” the website states, going on to say that it's possible to take steps at home to stop them from sprouting, going green and wrinkling.
It advises consumers to ensure potatoes have good air circulation, to remove them from plastic bags so they don't suffocate and to keep them in a cool dark place so they don't photosynthesise.
"If you want your spuds to stay in tip-top condition, we recommend popping them in a paper bag and stashing them away in a dark place of your choosing – a porch cupboard or garden shed are all great options, and there's always the fridge (if you've got the space)," it states, adding: "It's important not to wash the potatoes, as this adds moisture that can encourage them to sprout."
