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Can I freeze potatoes?
Because fresh potatoes are available year round, most
people do not find it practical to freeze potatoes at
home. The best potatoes for freezing are those that have
been cooked, such as mashed potato patties, baked
stuffed potatoes, or french fries. Directions are given
in GH 1503, "Freezing
Vegetables." Raw potatoes or potatoes in combination
dishes such as soups and stews do not freeze well. Upon
thawing and reheating, they tend to disintegrate. If you
are preparing a combination dish for freezing, omit the
potatoes and add them instead during the
thawing/reheating process before serving.
Barbara Willenberg, Nutritional
Sciences, University of Missouri-Columbia
Last update: Tuesday, May 05, 2009
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