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Martha Stewart: 6 Foods You Should Always Have in Your Freezer, According to Chefs
By Maya Feller, MS, RD, CDN
January 9th, 2025
Expert-approved frozen items you should never be without.
By Nashia Baker
Published on January 9, 2025
Stocking your freezer with essential items can streamline meal preparation and ensure you have nutritious options readily available. In this article on MarthaStewart.com, Maya Feller, MS, RD, CDN, and was one of three nutritionists to recommend six foods to always have in your freezer:
Six Foods to Always Have in Your Freezer:
- Spinach: A versatile vegetable that can be added to pasta, soups, or stews. Freezing fresh spinach helps reduce food waste and ensures you have it on hand when needed.
- Homemade Stock: Vegetable, chicken, or beef stock can be frozen and used as a base for soups or for sipping.
- Peak-Season Fruit: Freezing fruits like berries or peaches at their peak ensures you can enjoy them during off-seasons. Tomatoes can also be frozen and added directly to dishes like pizzas and pasta.
- Nuts: Freezing nuts prevents them from becoming rancid and extends their shelf life.
- Meat: Keeping frozen meat allows for flexible meal planning and ensures you have protein options available.
- Pre-Made Meals: Dishes like fried rice, lasagna, or chili can be prepared in advance and frozen for convenient meals when time is limited.
By keeping these items in your freezer, you can enhance your cooking efficiency and reduce food waste.
