| | | Look for small to medium size potatoes or yams with smooth, unblemished skin, all a Uniform color. The Sweet Potato should be firm to the touch. |
| Sweet potatoes and yams are actually two different vegetables, but are often used interchangeably in recipes.
There are two varieties of sweet potato. One variety has a thin Yellow skin and bright yellow flesh, while the other has a think Orange skin and dark flesh. The latter variety is the sweet and moist; the former is closer to a white baking potato. |
| Sweet potatoes do not last as long as regular potatoes, no more than two weeks, but should be stored in the same manner: in a cool, dark place. Do not store yams or sweet potatoes in a refrigerator. |
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