Jules asked how my mom managed to store potatoes all winter. I called my mom for her tips, and here is what she said!

1. Dig potatoes and place into boxes (my mom uses banana boxes with lids). My mom likes to keep the smallest potatoes separate for use in soups (whole), etc.

2. Store boxes in a dark location, and preferably a cool and dry location. My mom puts hers in the basement (they run a dehumidifier).

3. Whenever you notice sprouts growing on the potatoes, go through the boxes of potatoes and take off all of the sprouts. Make sure you pull out any bad potatoes while you're at it, too, and use those as soon as possible.

Does anyone have any more potato storage tips to share? I have heard that potatoes should be stored away from onions or both will spoil faster. Is this true? And if so, why?! :)

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