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How To Freeze Tomato Paste (The Right Way)
We're sharing everything you need to know about how to freeze tomato paste. From the simple steps to keep tomato paste good for a long time to common questions about freezing it, here's how to save store-bought or homemade tomato paste like a pro!
Prep Time
5 mins
Freeze Time
2 hrs
Servings:
6
portions
Calories:
26 kcal
Course:
Condiments
Cuisine:
Mediterranean, Italian, American
Ingredients
- 1 can tomato paste
Instructions
- Portion: Onto a parchment-lined plate or baking sheet, make 2 Tbsp-sized mounds of tomato paste.
- Freeze: Freeze until solid, then transfer to a freezer safe container for storage up to 6 months. Always label your bag with the contents and date!
- Usage: When you need it for a recipe, you can often just throw the frozen mound into the pot (especially if it's a soup or sauce). Otherwise, thaw on the counter or briefly in the microwave before incorporating into your recipe.
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Nutrition Information
Serving
2Tbsp
Calories
26kcal
(1%)
Carbohydrates
6.1g
(2%)
Protein
1.4g
(3%)
Fat
0.2g
(0%)
Saturated Fat
0g
(0%)
Cholesterol
0mg
(0%)
Sodium
31mg
(1%)
Potassium
324mg
(7%)
Fiber
1.3g
(5%)
Sugar
3.9g
(8%)
Calcium
12mg
(1%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6 portions
Amount Per Serving
Calories 26
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 2Tbsp | |
| Calories | 26kcal | 1% |
| Carbohydrates | 6.1g | 2% |
| Protein | 1.4g | 3% |
| Fat | 0.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat | 0g | 0% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 31mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 324mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 1.3g | 5% |
| Sugar | 3.9g | 8% |
| Calcium | 12mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.