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Q: Can you freeze commercial eggnog?
A: We've had this question from several callers, so there must be a lot of eggnog going unsipped in this town.
According to Pete Kent, director of marketing and communications at the Oregon Dairy Products Commission, "Yes, eggnog can be frozen for later use.
It's best to freeze the product before it's opened and before the expiration date on the carton, and to keep it frozen for no longer than six months (for best quality, not safety)." Get ready for eggnog smoothies in the summer.
Freeze the cartons upright. Then after the liquid is frozen, place the carton in heavy plastic freezer storage bags.
"When ready to use, always thaw the frozen product in the refrigerator, never at room temperature. Some separation may occur after thawing, which can be corrected by shaking well or using a blender. Also, sometimes 'off' flavors may be detected after defrosting."
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