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Never Store Potatoes On Ice

Dr. Potato, this is a nice display, but you say there’s something wrong with this picture. What is it?
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Can I Wash and Wrap Potatoes in Foil Three Days Before I Bake Them?

We are having an event Saturday afternoon and I am making 400 Idaho baked potatoes. Would it be safe to wash and wrap the potatoes in foil on Wednesday evening, then leave them at room temperature until I bake them on Saturday?
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Ready For Lunchtime Business With Fresh-Cut Fries From Idaho

I went to lunch early and wanted to compliment Idaho on the great fresh cut fries we had today. They were crisp, hot and not too salty. I tried to take a picture of the fries at the table but everyone’s hands were in the way and then they were gone. Here is my picture into the kitchen area. Can you guess where I was, Dr. Potato?  
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Funeral Potatoes Bring Comfort and Save Families from Having to Cook in a Time of Stress

I was asked to bring funeral potatoes to a friend’s house after the service, and having grown up in the Northeast, I had no idea what these were. Someone said search “Utah funeral food” or “Idaho potato casserole dishes.” Now that I have found it, what’s the preference… scalloped or hash browns? Fresh or frozen? Is canned soup an essential ingredient? Are the expectations plain and simple and maybe a little bland, or can I spice it up?
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How Can I Store Pre-Cooked Baking Potatoes for 24 Hours?

I have potatoes that have been prepared for baking, by being washed, poked, a drizzle of olive oil, salt and pepper, and wrapped in foil. But, the steaks got put in the freezer and can't cook them for 24 hours. How can I store the pre-cooked baking potatoes for 24 hours?
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Do No. 1 Potatoes have Better Yields than No 2’s?

I have a customer using No. 2 potatoes for fresh cut fries, by I’m thinking that No. 1 potatoes have a better yield, right? With less nicks, bruising, pointed tips, etc., wouldn't the No. 1 yield less shorts (equals longer fries) that cover more of the plate? This would then mean more portions per case, correct?
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The Weather Outside Is Frightful… Idaho Potato Recipe Suggestions For Being Stuck Inside

When the weather outside is frightful, do you have any favorite Idaho® potato recipe suggestions for being stuck inside?
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I Prepped My Potatoes Last Night, Refrigerated Overnight, But Now They are Turning Black. Are They Safe to Eat?

I prepped my potatoes last night by slicing them, added colored peppers, mushrooms and butter. I then covered them with foil and refrigerated overnight. I’m currently baking them now and they are turning black. Are they safe to eat?
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Dr. Potato Loves Game Day Recipes With Idaho® Potatoes As The Star

Do you have any last minute, easy to make game day recipes with Idaho Potatoes as the star?
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How Do I Keep Potatoes from Sprouting at Home?

How do I keep the potatoes from sprouting and going soft?
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