Don't Freeze That!

When your freezer is one of your go-to tools for preserving homemade or abundant foods to enjoy later — like on a busy weeknight when time is short — it’s natural to want to freeze all your favorite foods.

But some foods and ingredients don’t belong in the freezer; the result won’t whet anyone’s appetite.

Don’t freeze:
Fresh lettuces — leaves go limp, discolor and develop off aromas and flavors
Salad dressing — separates, gets watery, develops bad or bitter flavor
Sour cream, mayonnaise — they separate and get watery, develop off flavors
Cheese, crumb toppings — they get soggy and gummy
Garlic — it gets overly strong and bitter
Desserts with meringue — custards separate, meringue weeps and gets rubbery

Now that we’ve covered some of the “don’ts,” don’t miss our post about freezing fresh produce so you’ll be sure your fruits and veggies are delicious and nutritious when you’re ready to enjoy them!