Can you freeze fresh squash and how?!
Can you freeze fresh squash and how?
I'm going out of town and would like to freeze some squash. How can you do this and how would they taste later? Thanks for any suggestions.
Additional Details2 weeks ago
We love pan saute' squash with onions and a small amount of butter. Was wondering if frozen squash would do well frozen, thawed and cooked this way?
Answers:
2 weeks ago
We love pan saute' squash with onions and a small amount of butter. Was wondering if frozen squash would do well frozen, thawed and cooked this way?
It all depends on what you are planning to do with the squash.
If you are going to mash it in the future for pies and such, the best that I found is to, cut it into pieces, boil until the skins are soft and peel off the skins. The squash will be mushy, I measure the exact amount I need into freezer bags and freeze. If you are not planning to use mashed, then I just peel the skin off, cut it into chunks and freeze uncooked. Both have worked great for me. I usually do pumpkins for pies in the winter. One summer I froze enough to make over 200 pies! Could have made enough for our entire community for Christmas! LOL
Good Luck
cut into large chunks first....however it will be soft /watery when you thaw so use it in soups.