All Hearty Meals Freezing Guides
Frequently Asked Questions
Frozen grapes can be a refreshing snack, but upon defrosting, they turn into soggy lumps. It's best to freeze grapes only if you plan to use them in cooking, as they won't retain their fresh texture when eaten raw after thawing.
Opt for a variety of freezer-friendly dinners like casseroles, lasagnas, soups, stews, and slow-cooker recipes. Turkey-Noodle-Poppy Seed Casserole is just one of the many hearty meals that can be conveniently frozen for later enjoyment.
It's recommended to use freezer bags over storage bags for their thicker material, which better preserves the freshness of food. Flatten the contents in the bags before freezing to speed up the freezing process and reduce thawing time.
- Cheese or crumb toppings - become soggy after thawing.
- Mayonnaise or salad dressing - tends to separate when frozen.
- Gelatin - weeps or becomes watery after thawing.
- Fruit jelly - can make bread soggy in sandwiches.
Yes, many meals freeze exceptionally well, including lasagna, tomato sauce, stews, and chilis. Freezing is a great way to preserve leftovers and prevent food waste.
- Chicken tikka masala
- Meatballs in tomato, cardamom & lime sauce
- Slow cooker meatballs
- Healthy ragu
- Hearty hotpot
- Moroccan sausage stew
- Spicy beef & black bean pie
- Pancetta, cheddar & cranberry croquettes
