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How Long Do Potatoes Last? Storage Time and Tips

About a month at room temperature.

Potatoes keep for about a month at room temperature.

Watercolor illustration of potato
Typical shelf lifeabout a month (30 days)
Where to keep themRoom temperature, cool and dark
CategoryRoots & Tubers

How to store potatoes

Keep cool, dark, and at room temperature to prevent sprouting

Good to know

Peeled and exposed to light it turns green—that's a solanine warning, so don't eat it

What to cook with potatoes

Mashed Potatoes

Smooth, buttery mashed potatoes — the ultimate comfort side dish that goes with everything.

20 min · easy · serves 4

Baked Potato with Sour Cream

A fluffy baked potato loaded with butter, sour cream, and scallions — the simplest comfort food.

65 min · easy · serves 2

Herb-Roasted Chicken Legs

Golden, juicy chicken legs roasted with garlic and herbs — minimal prep, maximum flavor.

50 min · easy · serves 4

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