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How to Freeze Tomato Paste

How to freeze tomato paste in convenient portions! Reduce food waste and save money by stashing away leftover tomato paste in the freezer for later.
Prep Time5 minutes
freezing time2 hours
Total Time2 hours 5 minutes
Course: Condiment
Cuisine: American
Diet: Gluten Free
Servings: 5 tablespoon portions
Calories: 28kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 can tomato paste

Instructions

  • Portion- Cover a plate with wax or parchment paper. Portion out 1 tablespoon measurements of tomato paste.
    frozen tomato paste on wax paper lined plate
  • Flash freeze- Freeze for 3-4 hours, until frozen solid.
  • Wrap- Wrap up in the wax/parchment paper.
    frozen tomato paste wrapped in wax paper inside a meal prep container
  • Freeze- Place in a labelled freezer bag or meal prep container. Freeze for 3-6 months.
    meal prep container labelled 'tomato paste feb 2022'

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Notes

You could also freeze in ice cube trays, though the method above cuts down on dishes.
To use
Thaw or toss frozen portions right into your cooking.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tablespoon | Calories: 28kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 269mg | Potassium: 345mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 519IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 12mg | Iron: 1mg