Your next meal, snack, or single-serving dessert is just a quick thaw away.
So, what does flash freeze mean?
In the food industryor on fast-pacedTV cooking showsthis term means freezing foods at extremely low temperatures with circulating air.
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(It’s also sometimes called “blast freezing.")
This quick-chill method keeps ice crystals small, which prevents moisture loss in the food when it thaws.
Depending on what you’re freezing, you may need plastic freezer wrap or heavy-duty aluminum foil.
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Instead, use plastic freezer wrap.
That’s because freezing prevents the growth of the microorganisms that causefoodborne illness.
However, frozen foods might lose flavor, texture, or quality over time.
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Inspired to go a step further?
What Foods Can You Freeze?
Hummus is also freezable, but you must do it correctly to preserve the flavor and texture.
Instead of tossing almost-too-ripe bananas,freeze themto use in the future.
Be prepared for rushed mornings byfreezing pancakesfor a quick breakfast.
