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Can I use a turkey roaster to keep mashed potatoes warm?

Sep 20, 2024
Q: Can I use a turkey roaster to keep mashed potatoes warm?
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I roasted potatoes and forgot them in the oven overnight. Are they safe to eat?

Sep 18, 2024
Q: I roasted potatoes and forgot them in the oven overnight. Are they safe to eat?
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Do You Have Any Tips For a Baked Potato Bar?

Sep 9, 2024
Q: I am opening a baked potato bar. I have purchased an Alto shaam combi oven and a 3 drawer food warmer. I plan to wash/brush, pierce w jaquard meat tenderizer, quickly brine in heavily salted water. These will be 40ct Idaho russet potatoes. After they are cooked to (185? F) they will be transferred to warming drawer. They need to remain above 155F to keep the health department happy. Do you have any more tips for me? Thank you!
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Can I Make Potato Salad on Wednesday for a Sunday Party?

Jul 22, 2024
Q: Can I make potato salad on Wednesday for a Sunday party?
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How to Keep Washed and Poked Potatoes Safe Overnight?

Jun 28, 2024
Q: I have 4 potatoes with skin that have been washed and poked. I would like to know how can I safely keep them until tomorrow? 
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Is It Okay To Leave Red Potatoes, Cubed and Prepped, In The Fridge In Aluminum Foil Overnight?

Jun 21, 2024
Q: I had prepped red potatoes, cubed and oiled with fresh seasonings, for the grill. We got rained out before I could make them. Are they ok on aluminum foil in the fridge, overnight?
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Can I Use The Lemon Water to Also Blanch Potatoes?

Jun 7, 2024
Q: I am cutting the potatoes for French fries and soaking in lemon water to be frozen. Can I use the lemon water to also blanch them?
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How Do You Keep Pennsylvania Dutch Potato Salad From Getting Watery When Made The Day Before?

May 31, 2024
Q: How do you keep Pennsylvania Dutch potato salad from getting watery when made the day before?
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Which Variety of Potato Would Soak Up The Most Liquid In a Breakfast Casserole?

May 10, 2024
Q: I plan to use potatoes instead of bread in a breakfast casserole. I need the potatoes to be absorbent. Which variety of potato would soak up the most liquid?
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From A Chain Operator Point Of View, Are There Any Advantages To Storing Potatoes In A Distributor Warehouse At A Warmer Temperature For Better French Fry Applications?

Apr 26, 2024
Q: From a chain operator point of view, are there any advantages to storing potatoes in a distributor warehouse at a warmer (55F) temperature for better French fry applications? I’ve heard this may or may not be so. If so, what are the advantages. Any disadvantages? 
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