The better question isn’t if you could, but if you should.
If you have ever wondered: Can you freeze cottage cheese?
We have the answeror at least, an answer.
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Fred Tiessis a master instructor at Johnson & Wales University’s College of Food Innovation and Technology.
What Is Cottage Cheese?
Cottage cheese is a cheese that consists of curds and cream.
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The curd is cut into smaller curds and then mixed with cream, resulting in cottage cheese.
Unlike low-fat and fat-free cottage cheese, the full-fat version is creamier because of its higher fat content.
In this case, it’s best to toss any leftovers you won’t use.
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So what’s the best way to do so?
So how long does cottage cheese last in the freezer?
Cottage cheese that’s never been opened will last three to six months in the freezer.
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The timeframe for opened cottage cheese is shorterjust one to three months before it’sno longer useable.
For example, Tiess suggests using thawed cottage cheese in dishes with blended elements.
Blend until smooth, then freeze the puree in a popsicle mold with sticks overnight.
U.S. Department of Agriculture Food Safety and Inspection Service.Freezing and food safety.
