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  "path": "/how-to/why-potatoes-sprout-and-how-to-stop-it",
  "publishedAt": "2026-06-24T09:00:05.000Z",
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  "textContent": "There’s nothing quite as frustrating as reaching for a potato, only to discover it has grown a collection of strange little shoots in the back of your cupboard. While sprouting potatoes may look alarming, it’s actually a completely natural process. A few simple storage tricks can help keep your potatoes fresher for longer. Why do [...]\n\nThe post Why potatoes sprout and how to stop it appeared first on Food & Home Magazine.",
  "title": "Why potatoes sprout and how to stop it"
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