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Donuts are by far one of the best desserts/snacks/lunches around. They are a delicious combination of sugar and carbs and can be so many different flavors that there is no end to their delights.But what do you do when (and bear with me here), you decide not to eat a whole box? Yes, it has […]

Salsa is incredibly versatile and cheap to make in a large batch. The only issue is that it does not keep for long in the fridge and so there is often a lot of waste. Many people don’t know that you can freeze home-made and store-bought salsa.Salsa is a blend of spiced and cooked produce,

Yes, you can absolutely freeze boiled potatoes, albeit with slightly different results depending on the type. That said, whichever you use, you can expect at least a subtle change in texture and flavor once defrosted as extreme temperatures denature enzymes in food.Having some pre-cooked potatoes on hand in a kitchen can be a huge help

Yes, you can freeze heavy cream. Recipes using heavy cream usually only require small quantities, leaving you with half a pot of cream going to waste. We’re here to tell you that heavy cream can be frozen, reducing food waste and saving you money.Heavy cream is also known as heavy whipping cream and is a

Yes, you can freeze chicken salad as it is only made up of three main ingredients – chicken, salad, and dressing. However, perhaps the question should be: is it worth freezing chicken salad? Salad is very finicky and it often enjoys playing the game ‘how quickly can I turn brown?’ with you. Similarly, many dressings are

Yes, you can freeze Philadelphia Cream Cheese. However, cream cheese is an emulsion, meaning that it is a mixture of fat and water. This is important as when an emulsion is frozen these two properties tend to separate and therefore will thaw with a different consistency. So, if you want to freeze the Philadelphia Cream Cheese

Chili is one of those dishes that is best suited to making in large batches. This means that you often end up with lots of leftovers, and if you don’t want to eat the same meal for a week, this can seem like a lot of food waste. We’re here to tell you that you can

Half and half is a chilled dairy product made of half cream and half whole milk. It is often used in coffees and to make ice cream. Whole milk has around 3.5% milk fat and cream has 18-20%. The milk fat content of half and half varies between manufacturers but usually falls around 10-12%. The

Sauerkraut is one of those ingredients which is often included in recipes because of the health benefits it boasts. This fermented cabbage has a peculiar taste but if you like it, it is an excellent addition for your cupboards as it has a shelf life of 6 months once opened.But if you do not use

Fall time is cabbage season, and it is wise to stock up while they’re at their best. Cabbage is a hugely versatile ingredient and freezes very well. Freezing cabbage while it is in season is the best way to ensure you get the highest-quality food for the lowest cost.Freezing is an excellent way to preserve