With food prices soaring, the cost of our weekly shop feels like a punch to the gut. It’s time to get savvy and make every penny count, while also minimizing the environmental impact of food waste. Thankfully, Tesco has come to the rescue with a treasure trove of clever tips to save cash and reduce food waste.
One of their most genius tricks is freezing leftover wine. Simply pour any remaining wine into ice cube trays (or a freezer bag for larger quantities) and pop them in the freezer. These frozen wine cubes can then be added to recipes like gravy, Bolognese sauce, or risotto for an extra flavor boost.
But Tesco’s freezer magic doesn’t stop at wine. They advise filling your freezer to its capacity to maximize its efficiency and prevent food waste. From milk and cheese to vegetables and rice, your freezer can be your best friend when it comes to keeping food fresh and ready to use.
Here are some other food items that freeze exceptionally well:
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Cheese:
Hard cheeses like Cheddar, Red Leicester, or Comte freeze beautifully. Grate your cheese and store it in airtight containers for easy access and use in future recipes.*
Eggs:
Crack your eggs into a small bowl, whisk them together, and freeze them in a freezer bag or individual ice cube trays. Defrost as needed for omelets or baking. You can also freeze just the egg whites for meringues.*
Potatoes:
If you have more potatoes than you can use before they sprout, peel, chop roughly, and blanch them until just cooked. Spread them out on a baking sheet so they’re not touching and freeze until solid. Then, transfer them to a freezer bag for roasts or other potato dishes.*
Yoghurt:
Simply freeze your leftover yoghurt. For kids, pop a lolly stick into individual mini yogurts to create refreshing summer snacks.*
Herbs:
For an easy way to preserve herbs, roughly chop them, place them in ice cube trays, fill with water, and freeze. When ready to use, defrost or drop whole cubes into pasta dishes or curries.*
Bananas:
Peel ripe bananas and freeze them whole or in slices. They can be used straight from the freezer for smoothies, snacks, or even a super simple banana ice cream recipe.Tesco’s food waste-saving tips are practical, easy to implement, and a great way to reduce your impact on the environment while saving money. So, get those freezers stocked and start making the most of every ingredient!
