Why do potatoes retain heat so well?

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Well, except for McDonald’s French fries. Why do they stay so hot you can use them as hand warmers? Is it something to do with their water content? The skin?

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Moisture content and density are typically the biggest deciding factors for heat insulation. You’ll find some foods stay warm quite warm, for quite a while. Especially when you’re waiting for them to cool down to eat them.

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