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can i freeze cooked collard greens
Hey Bill, hope you are doing well. You know I enjoy cooking and trying out new recipes, so yesterday I made some collard greens. I cooked them but ended up with quite an excess. Do you think I can freeze them?
Hello! I'm always excited to hear about your culinary adventures. As for your question, yes, you can definitely freeze cooked collard greens. They freeze well and can easily be reheated for future meals.
That's great news! Do you know anything specific that I need to do before freezing?
Well, for optimal results, I would recommend that you let the collard greens cool first. Then place them in heavy-duty freezer bags. Try to get as much air out of the bags as possible before sealing them.
Alright, I'll do that. How long can they stay frozen and still be safe to eat?
Typically, frozen cooked collard greens can last up to 12 months in the freezer while preserving its taste and quality. However, you would still be safe to eat them beyond that, although they may not taste as good.
Thanks a lot, Bill. I'll try this out.
You're welcome. Good luck, and let me know how it goes. And don't forget our bridge game next week.
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