Vegetables
How to Store Potatoes
Store potatoes cool, dark, and never in the fridge.
Pantry
3–5 weeks (up to months if cool)
Fridge
Not recommended
Freezer
Cooked only: up to 1 year
How to store it
- •Keep potatoes in a paper or mesh bag in a cool, dark, ventilated spot.
- •Do not refrigerate — cold converts starch to sugar and causes dark, sweet spots when cooked.
- •Store away from onions, which speed up sprouting.
Signs it has gone bad
- •Green skin (toss green parts — mildly toxic)
- •Long sprouts
- •Soft, wrinkled or leaking flesh
- •Musty smell
Pro tips
- •A dark cupboard beats a sunny counter.
- •Small sprouts can be cut off; heavily sprouted or green potatoes should go.
Frequently asked questions
How long do potatoes last in the fridge?+
In the refrigerator, potatoes keep for not recommended. Store it correctly and use the oldest first.
Can you freeze potatoes?+
Yes. Potatoes keep in the freezer for cooked only: up to 1 year. Wrap tightly and press out excess air to avoid freezer burn.
What is the best way to store potatoes?+
Best kept in the cool, dark pantry. Keep potatoes in a paper or mesh bag in a cool, dark, ventilated spot.
How can you tell if potatoes have gone bad?+
Signs that potatoes have spoiled include: green skin (toss green parts — mildly toxic), long sprouts, soft, wrinkled or leaking flesh. When in doubt, throw it out.
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