Freezing - Tips and Quick Questions thread

lynseydee

I want to make some pizza type things but instead of using dough I'm using puff pastry. I have made them before but this time want to make a batch of them to freeze. My dilema is whether to freeze them after I've cooked them or freeze them raw. I will be using salami, onion, mushrooms, peppers and cheese. Does anyone know the best way to go about this?

Thanks

pigpen

The ones you buy from the shop have cooked bases and raw toppings.

The only thing I'd be unsure of is the mushrooms.. they don't take too kindly to being frozen before cooking.. I'd add cooked mushrooms to the toppings rather than raw.

Should be fine otherwise.

Penelope_Penguin

Hi, there! I'll add this to the Freezing Quick Questions Thread to keep all suggestions together.

Penny. x

newlywed

Can you freeze stuff in glass Jars? I have some large glass jars empty and was thinking of putting HM stock in it and freezing it - will it crack/explode?????

Dazi

Hi
I've got a jar of curry paste, I only need couple of spoonfuls as its only me that eats anything curried. Would it be ok to freeze the leftover in an icecube tray, was thinking in that way I could just take what I need next time.

Thanks xx

Paige

Hi

I am making a potato and leek bake for dinner. It has cream and cheese in it. I have enough ingredients for 2, will it be OK to freeze 1 ? Do I cook it first and then freeze it ?

I am really trying to save money and cut down on waste. My budget is £80 this week and I still have £50 left.:j

Thanks . Paige X

hotcookie101

People say potatoes dont freeze well, but I freeze leftovers like this all the time-as long as you dont expect it to look REALLY pretty after defrosting should be fine. I would definately cook it first though-freezing raw potato really doesnt work

Penelope_Penguin

I'll add this to the Freezing Quick Questions thread.

Penny. x

lynseydee

I posted about being able to freeze vegetables. Well this time I was wondering whether I could freeze salami and philadelphia. I'm a bit low on mozarella cheese and thought I could maybe substitute this with philly. Has any ever tried it or know if you can?

Thanks

lynseydee

It's ok, I've just looked at the Philadelphia website and it says you can't.