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Title: FREEZING LIST
Post by: fundj&e on May 01, 2012, 08:23:52 pm
Still working on it. At the moment its ingredients and meals together,  will work on two separate list soon.

A
Almond meal
Apple sauce
Anzac biscuits
Avocado


B
Biscuits
Bread
Butter
Basil pesto dip
Basil leaves
Baba Ganoush
Bechamel sauce
Breadcrumbs
Biscuit dough
Bread improver
Bamboo shoots
Beans kidney
Bananas
Buttermilk
Bread and butter pudding
Bolognese sauce
BBQ  sauce
Bocconcini cheese
Bacon
Beetroot, raw for carpaccio
Burger patties

C
Chicken stock cubes
chicken pate
Chicken roasted,steamed,boiled
Celery for soups or stock
Chilies
Cheese, , mozzarella, parmesan, camembert,blue,bocconcini,feta
Corned Beef
Cream
Coconut cream
Chicken & leek sauce
Cheese sauce
Camembert cheese
Casseroles
Coulis
Cottage rolls
Cakes
Coriander paste
Cream, Sour
Chicken schnitzel crumbed
Creamed corn (TM)
Crepe batter
coffee
custard
Capsicum Jam........twistiebrinkley's recipe
Capsicum roasted

D
Dough, biscuit, bread, pizza

E
Egg whites
Egg yolks
Evaporated light & creamy milk

F
Feta Cheese
Flour
Fruits
French onion soup mix
fig and walnut roll. over 1 year

G
Garlic butter
Garlic sauce for pizza
Ginger
Ganache
Grains, soaked
Gnocchi, uncooked
Gentleman's Relish

H
Hummus dip
Ham

I
Icing
Involtini chicken or veal  


J
Jam

K
kiwi fruit for sorbets


L
Lemon peel /zest
leeks
Lime juice,
Lemon juice
Lentil soup
Lemon curd
lemon slice  
Lasagna cooked or uncooked


M
Mangos
Mushroom sauce
Margarine
Mustard sauce
Mornay tuna
Milk
Milk condensed
Minestrone soup
Marinades
Magic Bean Cake

N
Nuts
Napolitana sauce

O
Olive tapenade
Onions cooked until they are softened

P
Panna cotta
Pikelets
Pastry
Pumpkin soup
Pine nuts
Pate
Pesto
Pizza sauce
Philly icing
Pizza
Passion fruit slice MJ’s
Pepper corn s
Pasta
Pies
Pasta dough
Potatoes  http://www.forumthermomix.com/index.php?topic=8926.0;topicseen



Q
Quince paste


R
Roasted red pepper
Rice
Rocky road

S
Satay sauce
Sofritto
Salami
Strawberries
Smoked salmon
Sauce Butterscotch
Sauces tomatoe,HP
Salsa verde




T
Tiramisu
Tomato puree
Tikka paste
Tahini paste
Tomato, whole or diced
Tomato paste
Tandoori paste
Tuna pate, from the forum


U
Umami paste


V
Veggie stock
Veggie stock paste
Veal schnitzel crumbed
vodka  ;)


W
Whey

X

Y
Yeast


Z
zucchini sauce for pasta
Zucchini slice (astarra said so)
Title: Re: FREEZING LIST
Post by: goldfish on May 01, 2012, 08:36:58 pm
This is a fabulous list!!  Thank you!! :-* :-*
Title: Re: FREEZING LIST
Post by: Cornish Cream on May 01, 2012, 08:39:27 pm
Good work Uni :-* :-*
Title: Re: FREEZING LIST
Post by: Cuilidh on May 01, 2012, 08:45:34 pm
I freeze most of my main meals and soups, but I never thought of making a list - that's a huge project, Fundj.

I have some condensed milk in my freezer at the moment, it will be interesting to see if it survives and is usable when I defrost it.
Title: Re: FREEZING LIST
Post by: fundj&e on May 01, 2012, 08:56:57 pm
Cuilidh i have made MJs Passion fruit slice with (TM)condensed milk that was frozen at is was great
Title: Re: FREEZING LIST
Post by: Cuilidh on May 01, 2012, 09:10:10 pm
That's good, Uni.  That's one on the list of the recipes I was planning to use it for!
Title: Re: FREEZING LIST
Post by: fundj&e on May 01, 2012, 09:15:35 pm
do u make your condensed milk Cuilidh ?
Title: Re: FREEZING LIST
Post by: Cuilidh on May 01, 2012, 09:17:39 pm
No, I am not making my own yet, the one in the freezer is a commercial tinned one.
Title: Re: FREEZING LIST
Post by: fundj&e on May 01, 2012, 09:19:54 pm
Let me know how u go , so i can add a note to the list, thanks
Title: Re: FREEZING LIST
Post by: Amy :-) on May 02, 2012, 12:38:56 am
This is a great idea fundj, thank you so much for posting!

I just have a question about defrosting. As a general rule, do you just leave your frozen item in the fridge to defrost?
Title: Re: FREEZING LIST
Post by: DizzyGirl on May 02, 2012, 12:43:10 am
Uni,

Thank you, thank you, thank you.
You are one amazingly generous lady. Will print out, laminate and attach magnets on the back to go on the freezer.

DG  :-* :-* :-*
Title: Re: FREEZING LIST
Post by: fundj&e on May 02, 2012, 01:03:21 am
DG it will be update many time, i would wait a while b4 printing

 Amy if its meat of any kind, yes i do put it in the fridge to defrost .

any other item, if it going to get cooked at high temp i leave out.

my egg whites i leave out overnight to make pavlova roll .

i hope this helps
uni
Title: Re: FREEZING LIST
Post by: judydawn on May 02, 2012, 01:30:36 am
Uni, what a great idea for a list.  Just loving the way our forum members are coming up with lists to help everyone, your time is really appreciated  :-*

K - could you freeze kiwi fruit for sorbets perhaps?  Key lime pie freezes well apparently.    K looked a little lonely ;D
Title: Re: FREEZING LIST
Post by: snappy on May 02, 2012, 01:47:43 am
Uni this is an excellent list.  I was actually going to post a question last week to see if anyone knew if bocconcini would freeze ok but going from your list I think it will - surely if camembert freezes!

Oh - under L you have lemon crud - I think you mean lemon curd!
Title: Re: FREEZING LIST
Post by: fundj&e on May 02, 2012, 01:55:10 am
yes they do freeze well, thanks i will add it  :-*
Title: Re: FREEZING LIST
Post by: Amy :-) on May 02, 2012, 06:20:35 am
Amy if its meat of any kind, yes i do put it in the fridge to defrost .

any other item, if it going to get cooked at high temp i leave out.

my egg whites i leave out overnight to make pavlova roll .

i hope this helps
uni

Yes it does, thanks Uni :)

I do have another question though...If I make a loaf of homemade bread, should I slice it up before I freeze it?
Title: Re: FREEZING LIST
Post by: fundj&e on May 02, 2012, 06:31:27 am
amy its up to you really and your needs, it is easier to defrost if its in slices and take out what u need
Title: Re: FREEZING LIST
Post by: deedub on May 02, 2012, 08:32:27 am
Uni this is an excellent list.  I was actually going to post a question last week to see if anyone knew if bocconcini would freeze ok but going from your list I think it will - surely if camembert freezes!

Oh - under L you have lemon crud - I think you mean lemon curd!

Thanks snappy, I was just wondering today if you could freeze bocconcini - I just knew someone like uni would have the answer!
Do you drain before freezing, uni?
Title: Re: FREEZING LIST
Post by: fundj&e on May 02, 2012, 08:54:09 pm
i dont drain them deedub,but i sometimes i do give them a rinse  then add fresh water

Title: Re: FREEZING LIST
Post by: Bubbles on May 03, 2012, 12:51:19 pm
Can you freeze the pasta after you've cooked it, or does it need to be frozen in dough form?
Title: Re: FREEZING LIST
Post by: courton on May 03, 2012, 01:04:57 pm
Cooked pasta freezes very well. Do it all the time.
Title: Re: FREEZING LIST
Post by: fundj&e on May 03, 2012, 01:15:14 pm
u need extra care when freezing fresh uncooked pasta, room in the freezer wise   
Title: Re: FREEZING LIST
Post by: nazar on May 03, 2012, 02:49:04 pm
wow what an amazing list you have done a great job typing it all up setting it out
l love the idea of sticking to fridge  but will wait
 thank you fundj
Title: Re: FREEZING LIST
Post by: Bubbles on May 04, 2012, 01:15:05 am
Yes thank you so much for this fantastic list!
Title: Re: FREEZING LIST
Post by: bickie on May 23, 2012, 10:51:59 pm
Fundj, would you freeze salsa verde?
Title: Re: FREEZING LIST
Post by: fundj&e on May 23, 2012, 10:57:25 pm
yes i would freeze it bickie i will add it to the list, thanks
Title: Re: FREEZING LIST
Post by: achookwoman on May 23, 2012, 10:58:27 pm
Uni,  thanks for this fab list.
Title: Re: FREEZING LIST
Post by: Deeau on May 24, 2012, 01:37:38 am
Great list I will copy it to Evernote to keep....can you freeze uncooked cake batter?

I recently bought one of the thermal pots and love making "steamed" type cakes in it overnight, I was wondering  if I could premake cake batter in the TM and zip bag it and  throw it in the freezer till we camp ( save taking flour, eggs etc camping )
Title: Re: Re: FREEZING LIST
Post by: DizzyGirl on May 27, 2012, 01:18:13 am
Can you freeze Pikelets?
Would love to make some for DS lunchbox.
Thanks DG xxx
Title: Re: FREEZING LIST
Post by: jeninwa on May 27, 2012, 03:09:14 am
Uni this is a great list, many thanks.
DG  piklets should freeze fine, ( they never last long enough in this house)
Another for your list Uni is Rock melon. Makes into a yummy fruity dream from EDC.
Title: Re: FREEZING LIST
Post by: Halex on May 27, 2012, 04:38:44 am
Yes I freeze them :D

H :)
Title: Re: FREEZING LIST
Post by: djinni373 on May 27, 2012, 01:12:39 pm
Ooohhh I'v just seen this. Thank you Uni, great idea.
Title: Re: FREEZING LIST
Post by: Shirlmac on June 10, 2012, 12:19:08 am
Amazing list, a lot of these items I would never have imagined you could freeze - thanks so much! Now I need a chest freezer to store everything :)
Title: Re: FREEZING LIST
Post by: Bubbles on June 14, 2012, 12:19:00 pm
Has anyone frozen feta cheese?
Title: Re: FREEZING LIST
Post by: Jude59 on June 14, 2012, 01:43:40 pm
Yes - regularly.  It thaws great :)
Title: Re: FREEZING LIST
Post by: Bubbles on June 14, 2012, 02:02:26 pm
Thanks Jude59 :)
Title: Re: FREEZING LIST
Post by: Jude59 on June 15, 2012, 12:14:52 am
I buy it by the kilo. Some I crumble and freeze, some cube and some in biggish pieces for baking in foil with chilli and herbs :)
Title: Re: FREEZING LIST
Post by: fundj&e on June 15, 2012, 12:21:40 am
i love the dodoni feta cheese when Costco 1st opened in sdy i think it was only $8 a kg, i bought 3 tubs , i freeze mine with the brine or with  water and salt
Title: Re: FREEZING LIST
Post by: astarra on June 15, 2012, 06:38:12 am
Wow Uni, alot of work gone into that list, thanx soooooooo much!  :-*

Zucchini slice also freezes well...
Title: Re: FREEZING LIST
Post by: fundj&e on June 15, 2012, 07:37:06 am
thanks i will add it to the list
Title: Re: FREEZING LIST
Post by: Wonder on June 15, 2012, 08:00:58 am
Dodoni feta for $8 kg that's soo cheap, it's the only feta we like but from memory it's over $20/kg here now.
Title: Re: FREEZING LIST
Post by: fundj&e on June 15, 2012, 08:28:50 am
yes it is $20 a kg here 2  wonder ,i never buy it at that price i wait until it on special and stock up until the next special  ;D
Title: Re: Re: FREEZING LIST
Post by: deedub on July 16, 2012, 12:29:30 pm
Hi uni, probably a silly question but how do you freeze lemon zest? In ziplock bags?
Title: Re: FREEZING LIST
Post by: fundj&e on July 17, 2012, 01:33:52 am
just in a zip lock bag deedub
Title: Re: FREEZING LIST
Post by: Thermo Mrs on July 31, 2012, 06:29:26 am
I'm going to be making butter tonight and was wondering if the butter and buttermilk can be frozen (separately ofcourse) and if the answer is yes, approximately how long would it keep for in the freezer? :)
Title: Re: FREEZING LIST
Post by: fundj&e on July 31, 2012, 06:35:52 am
yes they can be frozen Thermo , not really sure on how long maybe 6 months
Title: Re: FREEZING LIST
Post by: Thermo Mrs on July 31, 2012, 07:37:50 am
I will most likely use them within a couple of months so I should be right. Thanks Fundj :)
Title: Re: FREEZING LIST
Post by: fundj&e on July 31, 2012, 11:42:22 am
i would use even after 1 year Thermo :-))
Title: Re: FREEZING LIST
Post by: courton on September 02, 2012, 12:20:32 pm
I froze thickened cream and when I thawed it in the fridge the consistency had changed. Is it still ok to use even if it looks as if it has curdled?
Title: Re: FREEZING LIST
Post by: judydawn on September 02, 2012, 12:24:20 pm
Yes it is Courton.  not sure if it will still beat but quite OK to use in cooking.  If I want to freeze cream to whip, I whip it then freeze it.
Title: Re: FREEZING LIST
Post by: courton on September 02, 2012, 12:36:20 pm
Thanks JD!
Title: Re: FREEZING LIST
Post by: Shayla on October 15, 2012, 07:59:29 pm
Vanilla Pods also keep well in the freezer.
Title: Re: FREEZING LIST
Post by: fundj&e on October 15, 2012, 08:05:50 pm
really shayla, have you tried it, i have so many pods and i have been told not to freeze them
Title: Re: FREEZING LIST
Post by: berringamababe on November 28, 2012, 06:01:35 am
What recipe for pastry do you use if you are planning to freeze it for future use. Or is it just easier to by the already frozen?
Title: Re: FREEZING LIST
Post by: fundj&e on November 28, 2012, 06:21:44 am
i think any pastry freezes well bb, i  bake mine 1st then freeze

i have been making  my sour cream pastry and that freezes really well
Title: Re: FREEZING LIST
Post by: berringamababe on November 28, 2012, 06:26:36 am
i think any pastry freezes well bb, i  bake mine 1st then freeze

i have been making  my sour cream pastry and that freezes really well

That looks wonderful. I love that recipe I will give it a try uncooked for my pie maker is my latest toy and I love little quiches for lunch so will freeze the circles and see how I go
Title: Re: FREEZING LIST
Post by: fundj&e on December 02, 2012, 08:48:58 pm
more on freezing

http://www.onegoodthingbyjillee.com/2012/10/31-things-you-can-freeze-to-save-time-and-money.html
Title: Re: FREEZING LIST
Post by: Moo2 on December 02, 2012, 09:31:27 pm
This is a fantastic resource. Thanks Uni.
Title: Re: FREEZING LIST
Post by: fundj&e on December 02, 2012, 10:09:21 pm
your welcome M2, it is a handy list to have
Title: Re: FREEZING LIST
Post by: judydawn on December 03, 2012, 01:28:45 am
Thanks Uni, I love that site.  Just made homemade Nesquik from it and will post the recipe in drinks. Good one for the Christmas hampers.
Title: Re: Re: FREEZING LIST
Post by: berringamababe on December 04, 2012, 01:07:19 am
My SIL has an abundance of eggs and asked how to and this is the Ido on freezing
Following are some easy instructions for freezing eggs:

Whole Eggs: To freeze whole eggs or yolks crack them into a bowl and gently stir to break up the yolk somewhat. Try not to incorporate air into the eggs. Label the container with the date and the number of eggs. They can be kept frozen for a year, and should be thawed in the refrigerator the day before you intend to use them.

Egg Yolks: To inhibit yolks from getting lumpy during storage, stir in a 1/2-teaspoon salt per 1-cup of egg or yolks. If using for desserts, use 1-tablespoon sugar or corn syrup per 1-cup yolks or whole eggs. Label the container with the date and the number of egg yolks. Use up extra egg yolks in recipes like sauces, custards, ice cream, yellow cakes, mayonnaise, scrambled eggs, and cooked puddings.

Egg Whites: Raw egg whites do not suffer from freezing (cooked egg whites are very rubbery). No salt or sugar is needed. Break and separate the eggs one at a time, making sure that no yolk gets into the whites. Pour into trays and freeze until firm. Label the container with the date and the number of egg whites. Use up extra egg whites in boiled frostings (i.e., 7-minute frosting), meringue cookies, angel food cake, white cakes, or meringue for pies.

Hard-Cook Egg Yolks: Hard-cooked egg yolks can be frozen to use later for toppings or garnishes. Carefully place the yolks in a single layer in a saucepan and add enough water to come at least 1-inch above the yolks. Cover and quickly bring just to boiling. Remove from the heat and let stand, covered, in the hot water about 15 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon, drain well and package for freezing.

Hard-cooked whole eggs and whites become tough and watery when frozen, so don't freeze them.
Title: Re: FREEZING LIST
Post by: Amy :-) on January 14, 2013, 08:21:39 am
Does anyone know if rice pudding freezes and defrosts well?
Title: Re: FREEZING LIST
Post by: judydawn on January 14, 2013, 08:31:44 am
I've never done it Amy but I found this comment on the web by someone who did on this forum (http://ths.gardenweb.com/forums/load/onceaweek/msg0614495527918.html) -

"I love rice pudding too and my picky kids won't touch it!??? So I did try freezing it...once....it was pretty gross....very mushy and the texture was really weird afterwards...the flavour was the same but it was watery and the rice was grainy and mushy."
Title: Re: FREEZING LIST
Post by: Amy :-) on January 14, 2013, 08:40:54 am
Aha... I think that might be a "no" then ;D ;D

Thanks Judy :-* :-*
Title: Re: FREEZING LIST
Post by: goldfish on January 14, 2013, 09:54:12 am
I've never done it Amy but I found this comment on the web by someone who did on this forum (http://ths.gardenweb.com/forums/load/onceaweek/msg0614495527918.html) -

"I love rice pudding too and my picky kids won't touch it!??? So I did try freezing it...once....it was pretty gross....very mushy and the texture was really weird afterwards...the flavour was the same but it was watery and the rice was grainy and mushy."

Don't know how you do it, Judy!! :D
Title: Re: FREEZING LIST
Post by: Amy :-) on January 14, 2013, 09:56:21 am
Ditto that GF!! ;D