Thread: Freezing Melons
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Old 08-02-2009, 02:29 PM
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Re: Freezing Melons

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Originally Posted by Esther View Post
Has anyone here ever frozen cantalope and if so, did you put any thing on them?

Thanks.

I Know you can buy it frozen in the grocery store.



Preparing for Freezing:
Cut in half, remove seeds and rind. Cut melons into slices, cubes or balls as desired.

Unsweetened Dry Pack

The simplest and fastest method for freezing melons is to spread them in a single layer on a cookie sheet and tray freeze them until firm. Once firm, transfer to containers or plastic freezer bags. Seal, label and freeze. Leave 1/2 inch of headspace for expansion during freezing.



This is the method I have always used. I've never had any problems w/ the results. By freezing them on sheet pans, then transferring to a freezer container, you will be able to remove only what you need later. Otherwise, all the friut will "stick" together. You can also freeze grapes and strawberries the same way.


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