Food Tips & Info > FreezingJune 28, 2005

Shred Your Own Cheese

Pre-shredded cheese is expensive so I have come up with a cheaper way to have this convenience.

When I buy a block of cheese, I go ahead and grate the whole thing. I then put the cheese in a gallon freezer zip lock bag with a rounded tablespoon of cornstarch.

Then shake the bag so that it lightly coats cheese. This keeps it from sticking together when you store it in the freezer. I keep mine in the freezer so that it will keep longer.

It does not take long to thaw because it is in small shavings!
I use it in salads, chili, tacos, etc.

This is my all-time favorite tip!

By Paula S.

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By Carol (Guest Post) 06/28/2005

Yes grated cheese is expensive and I too grate my own. Buy a block of cheese that will meet your needs and then freeze it, then grate it. The cheese will grate so much easier after it is frozen.

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