How to Freeze Meatballs
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Cook Time
2 hrs
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Servings
4
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Calories
298 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Appetizer
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Cuisine
American
How to Freeze Meatballs
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This method teaches you how to freeze meatballs for easy meal prep.
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Ingredients
- 1 pound (453g) meatballs store bought or made using your favorite recipe.
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Instructions
To freeze cooked or raw meatballs:
- Prepare and form the meatball mixture according to your favorite recipe or purchase fresh meatballs from the grocery store.
- Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil. If using foil, spritz with cooking oil to prevent the meatballs from sticking.
- Place the raw meatballs on the sheet pan, leaving space between the meatballs to prevent them from sticking together.
- Place the tray in the freezer for 2 to 4 hours or until the meatballs are completely frozen.
- Place the frozen meatballs into a ziptop bag or an airtight container until ready to use.
To thaw meatballs:
- Remove a bag of frozen meatballs from the freezer and thaw in the fridge for several hours to overnight, if desired. You can also go directly from the freezer to the stovetop!
- Add the meatballs to your favorite recipes. If using raw meatballs, make sure they reach a minimum temperature of 160 degrees F / 70 degrees C when checked with a meat thermometer.
For Meatballs in sauce:
- Combine with sauce and freeze. To use, slowly bring the sauce to a simmer and heat thoroughly, stirring frequently.
Notes
- Use a large rimmed baking sheet that will fit inside your freezer.
- Line the baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil.
- If lining with foil, spray with cooking oil to prevent the meatballs from sticking.
- Flash frozen meatballs won't stick together, so you can freeze them in a large bag or divide them into individual servings.
- Cool meatballs in the sauce before freezing.
- Label and date all of your freezer containers.
- If you wish to thaw, thaw overnight in the fridge.
- Reheat cooked meatballs in the microwave for a quick snack.
- You can cook with frozen meatballs. If using raw, frozen meatballs, make sure they are cooked through before serving.
- Meatballs should reach a minimum temperature of 160 degrees F / 70 degrees C when checked with a meat thermometer.
- There are 10 Blue Plan SmartPoints in one serving of this.
- Use a large rimmed baking sheet that will fit inside your freezer.
- Line the baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil.
- If lining with foil, spray with cooking oil to prevent the meatballs from sticking.
- Flash frozen meatballs won't stick together, so you can freeze them in a large bag or divide them into individual servings.
- Cool meatballs in the sauce before freezing.
- Label and date all of your freezer containers.
- If you wish to thaw, thaw overnight in the fridge.
- Reheat cooked meatballs in the microwave for a quick snack.
- You can cook with frozen meatballs. If using raw, frozen meatballs, make sure they are cooked through before serving.
- Meatballs should reach a minimum temperature of 160 degrees F / 70 degrees C when checked with a meat thermometer.
- Storage - meatballs can be stored in the freezer for up to 3 months.
- There are 10 Blue Plan SmartPoints in one serving of this.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
298kcal
(15%)
Protein
19g
(38%)
Fat
24g
(37%)
Saturated Fat
9g
(45%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
2g
Monounsaturated Fat
11g
Cholesterol
82mg
(27%)
Sodium
64mg
(3%)
Potassium
325mg
(9%)
Vitamin A
8IU
(0%)
Vitamin C
1mg
(1%)
Calcium
16mg
(2%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 298 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 298kcal | 15% |
| Protein | 19g | 38% |
| Fat | 24g | 37% |
| Saturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 11g | 55% |
| Cholesterol | 82mg | 27% |
| Sodium | 64mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 325mg | 7% |
| Vitamin A | 8IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 16mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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