Today's Kitchen Tip: Can sour cream be frozen?

Conventional wisdom has always said that sour cream cannot be frozen.  However, if you know what happens to it once it is thawed, there are definitely times when using sour cream that has been frozen is okay.

Sour cream will separate once frozen, and may also curdle.  If you freeze it, it is no longer good to use in a dip or to dollop on your favorite recipe.  However, if you are going to cook and bake with it, it is still usable. 

Thecrazycouponlady.com gives some hints on how to get the most of your sour cream. 

To freeze sour cream:   Whip the sour cream with a whisk or spatula to distribute the moisture evenly throughout the container.  Store sour cream in its original container or scoop it into an air-tight storage bowl or plastic zipper freezer bag.  Squeeze out any excess air from the container if you choose to use a freezer bag.  Write the date on the container with a permanent marker.

Place the sour cream in the freezer and freeze up to 6 months.

To thaw: Place frozen sour cream in the refrigerator for a few hours. Once thawed, restore some of its original creamy texture by whipping a teaspoon of cornstarch into the sour cream.