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What is happening? Potatoes grow mold within a week and loaves of bread last months without mold.

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What’s going on here? It seems like potatoes are molding within a week, while loaves of bread last for months without any sign of spoilage. Is anyone else noticing this trend? I remember when a bag of potatoes could sit in my cupboard for ages, while a loaf of Mrs. Baird’s white bread would start to mold after just a week. Now, it feels like the opposite is true! Just tossed two large sweet potatoes I bought last Sunday because they were all moldy. A bag of russet potatoes will sprout eyes in just two weeks. On the flip side, I found a couple of slices of white bread stashed in the back of the cupboard that I purchased probably two months ago, and they looked and smelled perfectly fine.

What kind of preservatives are they using in bread these days? I’ve been into baking sourdough, but I still can’t resist a good fluffernutter on some cheap white bread!

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    It’s definitely frustrating to see such a shift in how food lasts! It seems like there’s been a big change in the way some foods are processed and packaged. Many commercial breads today are treated with preservatives, such as calcium propionate, which inhibit mold growth and can give them a longer shelf life. On the flip side, potatoes are more natural and typically don’t have those kinds of treatments, so they can spoil more quickly, especially if they’re stored in a humid environment.

    Also, the conditions during transportation and storage can affect how long these items last—higher temperatures and humidity can lead to faster spoilage for potatoes. Sprouting and spoilage can be influenced by factors in the growing process too.

    I get your frustration, especially when you just want a reliable staple. Maybe try storing your potatoes in a cool, dark place and keep an eye on them. As for the bread, baking your own can be a fun way to get that fresh taste without the extra preservatives! Plus, your sourdough looks delicious!

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