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How to freeze cheese

Viktoriia
Can you freeze cheese? Learn tips and tricks for preserving your favorite cheeses effectively and keeping them fresh for longer!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Freezing time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 10 minutes

Ingredients
  

  • Cheese of choice

Instructions
 

Freezing Shredded Cheese:

  • Divide shredded cheese into smaller portions for specific recipes.
  • Place each portion in a freezer bag.
  • Remove excess air from the bag and seal it tightly.
  • Label each bag with the date and type of shredded cheese using a permanent pen.
  • Store the labeled bags in the freezer. No need to thaw; use frozen shredded cheese directly in recipes.

Freezing Blocks of Cheese:

  • Chop a block of cheese into smaller pieces for easy handling.
  • Wrap each cheese block in plastic wrap to minimize air exposure.
  • Further protect each wrapped cheese block by wrapping it in aluminum foil to prevent freezer burn.
  • Label each wrapped block with the date and type of cheese using a permanent pen.
  • Store the labeled and wrapped cheese blocks in the freezer. Thaw in the refrigerator when needed.

Freezing Cheese Slices:

  • Keep cheese slices in their original packaging or portion them into smaller stacks.
  • Wrap each slice stack in plastic wrap.
  • Provide extra protection by wrapping the plastic-wrapped stacks in aluminum foil.
  • Label the stacks with the date and cheese type using a permanent marker.
  • Seal the plastic wrap and foil to remove excess air.
  • Store the labeled and wrapped cheese stacks in the freezer. Thaw in the fridge before use.
  • Following these procedures will help preserve the quality of your cheese and prevent freezer burn when freezing shredded cheese, blocks, and slices.