Some of us call them green onions, others may know them as scallions.

And green onions can start to go bad after a couple of weeks in the refrigerator.

So, can you freeze green onions?

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Yes, you’ve got the option to, according to two pros.

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Do Green Onions Freeze Well?

“Green onions freeze wonderfully for use in cooked recipes.

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This makes them ripe for all sorts of recipes,from stuffingto aclassic and flavorful dip.

Why Freeze Green Onions?

There are lots of benefits to freezing green onions, too.

By freezing what I wont use that week, Im reducing food waste and saving money, Ziata says.

Plus, pre-sliced green onions are so convenient to use straight from the freezer.

“They will thaw and release their flavor as they cook.”

“Add the frozen slices right into the soup, chili, or stir-fry.

Fold them into cornbread batter, savory muffins, or vegetable frittatas.

If you make homemade bread, saute the green onions in a little olive oil with some chopped peppers.

And of course, this is also a great way to make scallion pancakes.