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Freezing Milk?
Asked by K.W. from Denver
on February 5, 2009
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Has anyone else bought two gallons of milk and frozen one? Does it do anything to the milk itself? My daughter just got the okay to be on whole milk but it doesn't s...
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- One thing that I didn't see mentioned is that you have to open and use some of the milk before you freeze it. Other wise there is no room for liquid expansion. I hav...
- It tends to separate on thawing, but like Gail said, just be sure to shake or mix it in some way.
- I know people who've done it with good success. I had a friend who thought it tasted different, but I never noticed it when I was at their house. I think everything ...
Freezing and Freshness
Asked by A.P. from Orlando
on January 27, 2012
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How long is an item good for after it has been frozen and thawed?
Example: I purchase an item that says it will expire in 7 days. I go home and immediately freeze i...
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- The only two items I have ever had a problem freezing are casseroles with celery or tomatoes in. If I make spaghetti sauce I like to add a can of sliced tomatoes and ...
- Are you talking about meats? I prepare meat the same day that it is thawed or non-frozen....meaning if I don't freeze something the day I buy it, I make it that day...
- I cook meat immediately after thawing. If I thaw it and don't cook it the same day, it gets tossed. Maybe over cautious but I don't take chances with meat.
Milk?
Asked by T.L. from St. Louis
on February 9, 2011
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I drink 1% or 2% and my hubby like whole milk. He will drink mine, but doesn't care for it too much. The problem is he very rarely drinks milk and I drink it every d...
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- I would make him drink what you are drinking. The high fat milk is unnecessary for most adults.
- Buy what will be drunk and not wasted. Another option is to buy him the 1/2 gallon and freeze half. Then when he finishes a 1/4, get out the frozen 1/4 for him.
- am i super sneaking??? wondering if he would notice if you empties his whole milk half gallon and poured your 2% inside, maybe doing it gradually. you might have to...
Freezing/thawing Cow's Milk
Asked by C.R. from Visalia
on July 17, 2011
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Hello, we have some extra milk that my daughter is just not going through as quickly as she was before and I would hate for it to go to waste. She's the only one in th...
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- We used to buy around 25 gallons at a time, freeze them and use as needed. We used about 25-30 a month. Our freezer held 25 gallons. MIlk was $1.65 at the commissa...
- it will be fine - i would suggest putting everyone on the same kind. whole milk isn't really that "Necessary"....
- My grandmother used to do it all the time. I would think the length of time you have to use it after thawing would relate to how fresh the milk was at the time it was...
Bottles That Leak Poison into Milk
Asked by M.P. from Raleigh
on April 14, 2008
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Has anyone heard about plastic bottles that leak some kind of chemical into the baby's milk when the bottle is heated? If so, does anyone know which brands should be a...
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- My understanding is that it is only the clear plastic bottles that are a problem (colored and uncolored). The ones that are "frosted" are ok. A.
- Good Morning America had a segment about that on one of their shows last week. Almost all of the plastic baby bottles are made from that type of plastic. On the bott...
- Check out www.thesoftlanding.com They have a large assortment of BPA-free bottles. THey are also a wonderful resource for facts on the subject.
Sams Club
Asked by T.C. from Des Moines
on June 17, 2010
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We have been given a SAMS club membership. We are a family of 4 with two very young kids. I don't feel like we are using our membership to it's potential. And I am ...
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- I have found milk and cheese to be the best deals. I also buy Ramen Noodles, bologna, fruit, and grits. When my son was younger, I bought diapers, wipes, and formula. ...
- I buy their apple sauce, hidden valley ranch dressing(its all my girls will eat), the small lunch sized cans of diced fruit, fruit snacks, granola bars, frozen waffles...
- I use Costco and only really use it for things that I use a LOT. Toilet paper, paper towels, snacks for my son and his friends, etc. You could drive yourself crazy c...
I Need Snack and Dinner Ideas
Asked by S.K. from Minneapolis
on September 9, 2008
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Hi Ladies,
I know this question has probably been asked before, but I don't have a lot of time to research it now. I stayed home all summer with my baby and now tha...
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- The crockpot is a working woman's best friend! It's worth the money to invest in a larger one. I use mine several times a week. In the morning, throw in meat, vege...
- S., try www.kraftfoods.com. They always have good meals that can be prepared and cooked within 30 minutes.
- I just received a great crockpot recipe for Tortilla soup I carton chicken broth 1+ lb boneless skinless chicken breast- The more the better- take out and make shre...
Lean Protein Meals (No Egg)
Asked by A.A. from Jackson
on June 7, 2011
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looking for some good recipes for lean protein (chicken, turkey, fish, cottage cheese, ????) I'm on a new nutrition plan and looking for more ideas for meals. Please ...
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- I have fallen in love with spaghetti squash. We've been replacing all pasta with it, and so far have used it for regular spaghetti, lasagna, and last night, chicken pa...
- grilling lean meats is flavorful, and figure friendly. I like to do chicken skewers. I marinate or season chicken tenders and cook on the grill. When I'm laying off...
- Black beans are awesome (though any other beans, like pinto, are good too). We use black beans in vegetarian chili, and we also put them inside a whole-wheat tortilla...
Nutrition for My 2Yr Old
Asked by K.M. from Seattle
on August 22, 2008
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hello all. i am looking for advise on healthy super-nutritious meals for myself and my two year old. i am trying to avoid gluten as much as possible, msg, high-fructos...
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- K., I have gluten allergies and I use products made from rice that I purchase from New Seasons. They are made by EnerG foods. Their website is www.ener-g.com and I lo...
- One of our family staples is spinach pie. We eat it weekly and my 18 month old gobbles it up. It's basically a crustless quiche -- full of protein, spinach and FLAVO...
- Three items are priceless in our gluten free, low meat, no processed foods home: the rice cooker that has a keep warm setting, the grill and the crockpot. I start a b...
Toddler Breakfast Ideas
Asked by D.P. from Los Angeles
on August 2, 2011
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Hi working moms! My 19-month-old is pretty much tired of eating baby cereal with applesauce for breakfast just about every morning (It was a quick and easy option for ...
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- I agree on the Super Baby Food book, especially since you have another one coming. We do oatmeal a lot (real oatmeal, not instant), you can flavor it many different wa...
- Sorry I am a bit stuck on a 19 month old child still eating baby food (probably being fed not self feeding) for breakfast? I do home daycare and at the latest, at t...
- Yogurt ! frozen waffles or pancakes cut up into stips !
