Can You Freeze It?

Yes to most things! Freezing extends shelf life and reduces waste. Here's how long 126+ foods keep in the freezer — plus thawing tips.

Pro tip: Package in portions before freezing — it's easier to thaw just what you need. Label with the date so you know when it went in.

Chicken (Raw)1 year
Chicken (Cooked)2-6 months
Turkey (Raw)1 year
Turkey (Cooked)2-6 months
Ground Beef3-4 months
Ground Turkey3-4 months
Beef Steak6-12 months
Pork Chops4-6 months
Bacon1 month
Sausage (Raw)1-2 months
Salmon2-3 months
Tuna2-3 months
Cod6 months
Tilapia6 months
Shrimp3-6 months
Scallops3 months
Milk3 months
Heavy Cream2 months
Sour Cream3 months
Yogurt1-2 months
Cream Cheese2 months
Butter6-9 months
Hard Cheese6 months
Soft Cheese2 months
Apple8 months
Orange3-4 months
Lemon4 months
Tomato3 months
Onion3 months
Garlic3 months
Sweet Potato3 months
Carrot12 months
Celery2-3 months
Spinach10-12 months
Kale6 months
Broccoli12 months
Cauliflower12 months
Strawberry8-12 months
Blueberry10-12 months
Raspberry10-12 months
Blackberry10-12 months
Grapes1 year
Watermelon8-12 months
Mango6 months
Pineapple8-12 months
Bread3 months
Bagel3 months
Tortilla3 months
Cooked Rice6 months
Cooked Pasta2 months
Soup2-3 months
Pizza1-2 months
Flour1 year
Chicken/Vegetable Stock2-3 months
Duck6 months
Ground Pork3-4 months
Ham2 months
Lobster3 months
Crab3 months
Tofu5 months
Tempeh3 months
Margarine12 months
Cottage Cheese3 months
Ricotta3 months
Mozzarella3 months
Hummus4 months
Ginger6 months
Mushrooms10 months
Zucchini3 months
Bell Pepper6 months
Corn8-12 months
Peas8 months
Fresh Green Beans8 months
Asparagus8 months
Cabbage10-12 months
Brussels Sprouts10-12 months
Coconut4 months
Peach8-10 months
Nectarine8 months
Plum6 months
Apricot6 months
Cherry12 months
Cranberry1 year
Pomegranate10-12 months
Kiwi8 months
Papaya6 months
Grapefruit4 months
Pomegranate Seeds10-12 months
Cooked Quinoa8-10 months
Mashed Potatoes10-12 months
Fried Rice4-6 months
Taco Meat2-3 months
Guacamole3 months
Cream Cheese Frosting2 months
Croissant2 months
Muffin3 months
Cake2 months
Cookies3 months
Orange Juice8-12 months
Coffee6 months
Almond Milk3 months
Coconut Milk2 months
Nuts1-2 years
Oats3 months
Breakfast Cereal6 months
Crackers6 months
Pesto6 months
Yeast2 years
Coconut Flakes8 months
Dried Fruit1 year
Chocolate1 year
Turmeric6 months
Leek3 months
Radish2 months
Beet8-10 months
Collard Greens10 months
Swiss Chard10 months
Bok Choy6 months
Winter Squash10-12 months
Pumpkin3 months
Rhubarb8-12 months
Fig8-10 months
Dates1 year
Persimmon3 months
Lychee6 months
Dragon Fruit6 months