Keep potatoes fresh for six months by storing vegetable in 1 unexpected location

are often purchased in large bags, which means they often spoil before they’re all used up. However, according to an expert, with an apple can help to keep them “fresher for longer”. The experts at waste management specialists Wheeldon Brothers said: “It’s an easy way to reduce waste and make your groceries last.

“Ethylene gas helps regulate the ripening process, which can slow sprouting in potatoes. For the best results, combine this method with proper storage – keeping potatoes in a cool, dark and dry environment.”

For an even longer shelf life, the experts recommended storing them in the fridge along with the apple.

The pros said: “Traditionally, storing potatoes in a cupboard or pantry was the go-to method. But refrigeration can keep them fresh for up to three times longer.”

Normal potatoes last two to three months in a cool, dry place, so placing them in the fridge could keep them edible for six months.

The experts added: “Earlier concerns about acrylamide formation have been debunked, and modern research shows that fridge storage is safe.”

It’s important to regularly check potatoes for sprouting or green patches, as these can contain harmful toxins.

Sprouted or green potatoes should not be eaten, so to keep them in top condition, store them properly and check them often for any signs.

Another easy way to keep them fresher for longer involves ditching plastic bags and opting for paper ones.

The pros explained: “Small changes like this make a big difference in reducing food waste.

“By rethinking how we store everyday foods like potatoes, households can save money and cut down on waste.”

Another food stored in the fridge to help it stay fresher for longer is bananas.

Keeping them in the fridge away from other fruits or veggies can help keep them edible for longer.