How long do Potatoes keep in the pantry?

Question

Whats the best thing to keep them in? A bag, plastic container, fridge or ice box?

Answer 1

"Where is the best place to store potatoes?
Store Idaho Potatoes in a cool, dark and well ventilated place. They will keep about a week at room temperature and for several weeks at 45 to 50 degrees Fahrenheit.

However, refrigerator temperatures are too low, which converts the potato's starch into sugar, resulting in a sweet taste. The extra sugar also causes potatoes to darken prematurely while frying. (This process can sometimes be reversed by storing the potatoes at room temperature for a week to 10 days.) If potatoes have green patches, cut them off, as they have been exposed too long to direct lighting and will have a faintly bitter taste. The rest of the potato will taste fine.

Potatoes are still alive when they are picked, so they should be kept in a cool area, away from the light. A cellar is ideal, but any place where they won't be exposed to excessive heat or light will help prevent spoiling."

Answer 2

Don't keep them in the fridge. Here's what I do: I have a lazy Susan dish and keep my potatoes, onions, etc., on that displayed nicely in the kitchen. Your potatoes will last longer this way.