AboutCarol Schlitt Expertise I can answer questions on home food safety, sanitation, home food preservation and commercial food safety (HACCP).
Experience I am an Extension educator, nutrition, wellness and food safety. I am a certified HACCP manager and a food safety instructor for the Illinois Department of Public Health.
Organizations International Association for Food Protection, American Association of Family and Consumer Sciences (Certified CFCS), National Extension Association of Family and Consumer Sciences, Society for Nutrition Education.
Education/Credentials BS - University of Illinois
MS - Southern Illinois University at Edwardsville
Question Hello Carol,
I would like to know can I freeze fresh dates? If so , how?
Thanks,
Paula Yousif
Answer Hi Paula,
Yes, you can freeze dates - either whole or pureed.
Use ripe, firm dates that you first wash and then remove pits. Leave whole or puree in a blender or food mill. Pack in a freezer container, leaving 1/2 inch head space (if rigid container).
