Aldi’s Big Freeze
We’re on a mission to help the nation get even more value from their Aldi shop while minimising their food waste by making the most of their freezer. Take a look at some low-cost recipe ideas from food waste expert, Kate Hall @thefullfreezer, for inspiration on what to freeze and how to reuse it.
Important: Always check the packaging for advice regarding freezing as some products may not be suitable.
5 Top Tips
To help educate and inspire shoppers, Aldi has worked with Kate, @thefullfreezer, to share five top tips and little-known freezing hacks:
1. Be a Spuddy Buddy: Potatoes are one of the most wasted foods in the UK – but they freeze really well once parboiled or cooked. Roasties, mash, jackets – just cool them first, freeze, then reheat straight from frozen. Bonus tip: if you’re not freezing them, store spuds away from onions to stop them sprouting too soon.
2. Don’t Waste a Drop: Milk going off before you can use it? Try keeping it in the middle of the fridge (not the door) – it stays colder for longer. You can also freeze it in portions, then defrost in cold water when needed. If it splits, just give it a quick blend – good as new.
3. A Cracking Idea: Yes, you CAN freeze eggs! Just crack and whisk first, then freeze in usable amounts. Defrost in cold water when you need them – they might look a bit different, but they’re perfect once cooked.
4. You’d be Bananas Not To: Brown bananas? Peel, slice and freeze them – ideal for smoothies or banana ice cream. Same goes for lots of other fruit and veg too (yes, even cucumbers – great in smoothies or as ice cubes!).
5. A Slice in Time: Bread, baps, rolls – freeze them sliced so they defrost quicker. You can even make your sandwich with frozen bread in the morning, and it’ll be ready to eat by lunch. Easy, waste-free and keeps the rest of your lunch cool too!
