The Thanksgiving leftovers you can freeze (or shouldn't freeze)

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Things to Remember About Freezing

1. Turkey: YES

2. Mashed Potatoes: YES, with some exceptions

3. Gravy: YES, with some exceptions

4. Cranberry Sauce: YES

5. Stuffing: YES

6. Green Bean Casserole: NO

7. Pumpkin, Sweet Potato, or Squash Dishes: YES

8. Rolls: YES

9. Salads: NO

10. Pie: YES, but it depends on the type of pie

  • Custard, cream, chiffon, or mousse pies — do not freeze, as the fillings will separate.
  • Pumpkin, pecan, or other pies with eggs in the filling — freeze for up to two months, but the texture won't be quite the same.
  • Fruit pies — freeze for up to four months.

Published November 27, 2017

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