Expiration & Storage Tips
When does potatoes o'brien expire?
After getting a package of Potatoes O'Brien, you'll find it'll last in your freezer unopened for up to 18 months. However, once opened, strive to use your Potatoes O'Brien within a month, as any longer and the freezing could reduce the texture and taste quality. If you ever leave an opened bag out of the freezer, you should put it back and use it within 24 hours. Homemade Potatoes O'Brien can often last up to 3-5 days, stored in the fridge in an airtight container.
How do you tell if potatoes o'brien is bad?
It's pretty easy to see if your Potatoes O'Brien have gone bad. Any unusual or sour smell is a sign of spoilage. Likewise, any visible mold or discoloring is a clear indication that your Potatoes O'Brien no longer are good to eat. Touch is a useful check too, potatoes that are soft, slimy or squishy are past their prime.
Tips for storing potatoes o'brien to extend shelf life
• Always keep frozen Potatoes O'Brien in its original packaging until ready to use.
• Make sure the package is sealed tightly to prevent the air from getting into it.
• If you're making homemade Potatoes O'Brien, refrigerate leftovers within two hours of cooking.
• Instead of thawing frozen Potatoes O'Brien, cook it straight from the freezer to retain maximum quality.
• For homemade Potatoes O'Brien, pop a paper towel in the storage container to ward off excess moisture. It gives you an extra day or two of freshness!
• Use glass containers over plastic when storing left-overs, they are better at keeping the food fresh.