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Lock n Lock suggestions - Freezing Sauce - need large size!

qvc chick — Tue, 08 Oct 2024 13:09:56 GMT

Hello - I want to do big batch of tomato sauce and meatballs for the Freezer. I know I should use Tritan or Glass, as it may stain regular LL.

What do you guys use?? I am looking for maybe 10-12 cup size, or larger, but I can not locate anything that big!! In Tritan or Glass Only.

Help!

Re: Lock n Lock suggestions - Freezing Sauce - need large size!

faeriemoon — Tue, 08 Oct 2024 13:14:50 GMT

They have a lot of those locking type containers at Marshalls, TJM, and Homegoods if you can't find them in the Lock and Lock inventory. I have L&L loaf pans (glass) that I use for freezing things like sauce.

I only buy glass storage containers.

Re: Lock n Lock suggestions - Freezing Sauce - need large size!

lynnie61 — Tue, 08 Oct 2024 13:28:40 GMT

I don't have any Triton, but I bought a set of red bodied bowls. I mainly use one or two LnL containers for sauce or meatballs. So I don't mind if one or two stain, I just don't want every piece stained. I have also used the red bowls for pickled eggs with beets. They usually always have red sets available.

@qvc chick see K93292

Re: Lock n Lock suggestions - Freezing Sauce - need large size!

PinkyPetunia — Tue, 08 Oct 2024 13:34:07 GMT

@lynnie61 @qvc chick You are so clever. That's a great idea. I was thinking I would break up the sauce/meatballs into smaller containers as it's easier to fit in a freezer and defrosts faster. Your suggestion works perfectly.

Re: Lock n Lock suggestions - Freezing Sauce - need large size!

We rescue cats — Tue, 08 Oct 2024 13:42:10 GMT

I freeze in plastic vacuum sealer bags, I put them on cookie sheets to freeze them so that they stack and store easily. They are available in rolls so that you can make them the size you need, they also defrost more quickly for me but it sounds like you freeze very large quantities.

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MaverDaver — Tue, 08 Oct 2024 13:55:34 GMT

I have used regular L&L for sauces and never had any staining.

Re: Lock n Lock suggestions - Freezing Sauce - need large size!

Carmie — Tue, 08 Oct 2024 13:58:03 GMT

I freeze sauce and many other food items. I have two large deep freezers.

I gave up using L&L and other containers inthe freezer. They take up too much room.

I freeze almost everything in freezer bags. I use gallon or quart size. When I put my food in, I freeze the bags laying flat. After they are frozen, I store them on their edges like in a book case.

In the freezers, I have plastic storage bins from the dollar store. They keep the packages organized.

I have been using this method for years. Occasionally, I will use a plastic container, but the freezer bags are much better, IMO.

A great perk is that the food will thaw out faster if I forget to take it out ahead of needing it because it is not in one huge thick block.

Re: Lock n Lock suggestions - Freezing Sauce - need large size!

Mom2Dogs — Tue, 08 Oct 2024 14:00:25 GMT

@We rescue cats How do you use the vacuum freezer bags for sauce type items?

Re: Lock n Lock suggestions - Freezing Sauce - need large size!

JeanLouiseFinch — Tue, 08 Oct 2024 14:24:09 GMT

Why not use quart mason jars? They would be easier to handle. Leave some headspace in the jar. 10-12 cups of sauce in one vessel would be have and a less convenient use of space, IMO.

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We rescue cats — Tue, 08 Oct 2024 14:26:47 GMT

@Mom2Dogs I have a countertop vacuum sealer as well as a handheld that needs special bags with a suction button on each bag. I usually use the latter for soup and liquids-I carry it with us in the motorhome since I have limited counter space. There is really very little difference when packaging and freezing, I try to remove as much air as possible before sealing. Then, if able, I will elevate the seal end of the bag (just barely-even a half inch will help-then seal it and vacuum it. As soon as the liquid is being pulled to the sealer I stop. Works for me and it opens up so much room in the freezer PLUS thawing is so much faster.

Re: Lock n Lock suggestions - Freezing Sauce - need large size!

BalletBabe — Tue, 08 Oct 2024 14:33:01 GMT

@qvc chick wrote:
Hello - I want to do big batch of tomato sauce and meatballs for the Freezer. I know I should use Tritan or Glass, as it may stain regular LL.

What do you guys use?? I am looking for maybe 10-12 cup size, or larger, but I can not locate anything that big!! In Tritan or Glass Only.

Help!

@qvc chick I just ordered some bowls. You get 3 and they are big. I always freeze my sauce.

Re: Lock n Lock suggestions - Freezing Sauce - need large size!

BalletBabe — Tue, 08 Oct 2024 14:35:00 GMT

@qvc chick wrote:
Hello - I want to do big batch of tomato sauce and meatballs for the Freezer. I know I should use Tritan or Glass, as it may stain regular LL.

What do you guys use?? I am looking for maybe 10-12 cup size, or larger, but I can not locate anything that big!! In Tritan or Glass Only.

Help!

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Re: Lock n Lock suggestions - Freezing Sauce - need large size!

deeva — Tue, 08 Oct 2024 14:37:35 GMT

I use my Foodsaver for freezing sauces. Easier to store than containers.

Re: Lock n Lock suggestions - Freezing Sauce - need large size!

Melzie — Tue, 08 Oct 2024 15:03:55 GMT

I can't recommend a size but whenever I have tomato products or anything really greasy that might stain, I put a plastic bag into the L&L, fold it over the sides, then put the proudct in. Then I gather up the bag, fold it over, then put the L&L cover on. When I'm ready to use the product I just remove the bag (or spoon out what I need) and my L&L isn't stained. I try to find inexpensive bags for this when I can. This idea may not be for everyone but it works for me.

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haddon9 — Tue, 08 Oct 2024 15:05:59 GMT

@We rescue cats wrote:
I freeze in plastic vacuum sealer bags, I put them on cookie sheets to freeze them so that they stack and store easily. They are available in rolls so that you can make them the size you need, they also defrost more quickly for me but it sounds like you freeze very large quantities.

This is what I do as well. They are great for either individual or two person portions and easily fit into the freezer.

Re: Lock n Lock suggestions - Freezing Sauce - need large size!

haddon9 — Tue, 08 Oct 2024 15:08:12 GMT

@Carmie That looks so nice and organized! Plus it looks like it's easy to see what you have. You have given me inspiration to freeze more items!

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goldensrbest — Tue, 08 Oct 2024 16:08:35 GMT

Try amazon.

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Boehm Collector — Tue, 08 Oct 2024 16:13:03 GMT

@qvc chick I use Glad containers. I don't care if they turn red.

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Mom2Dogs — Tue, 08 Oct 2024 16:54:31 GMT

@We rescue cats Thanks for the explanation. I like the idea of the hand held beause if using the vacuum on liquids and the bag has to lay down...well that is were I have issues.

At least with the hand held you can use it with the bag in an up position. Thanks!!

Re: Lock n Lock suggestions - Freezing Sauce - need large size!

Nightowlz — Tue, 08 Oct 2024 17:28:38 GMT

Would glass canning jars work that you could put the amount of sauce in them that you need for recipes ?

I like the way @Carmie does hers. Takes up less space.