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    For how long can I leave potatoes in water
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    Leave the potatoes long enough for the dirt to settle at the bottom of the sink. This shouldn't take longer than 20 minutes.
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    Can you use soap?
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    No, never use soap to clean potatoes. Keep scrubbing them until the dirt comes off. Soap residue can be difficult to get off, an it will make the potatoes taste bad.
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    I have a stock of 40 pounds of potatoes and found one wet-looking potato; when I turned it over it had worms in that look like maggots. Can I use the other potatoes? They still look okay.
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    Yes, you can still use the other potatoes. Remove all other potatoes and throw away the sack in case there are worms still in the bag. Wash all potatoes and make sure there are no worms on the others. After washing the potatoes, store them in the refrigerator and try and use them soon as possible
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    Is there a way to remove systemic pesticide from potatoes?
    Community Answer
    No, I'm afraid not.
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    Is it necessary to wash potatoes after peeling them as well?
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    If you are planning to make them crispy, washing potatoes will remove the starch. But if you plan on boiling them anyway, you should be OK.
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    Can I wash the potatoes the night before I need them?
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    Yes, you can wash them the night before you need to use them, but allow them to dry overnight. You do not need to soak them overnight.
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