Freezing sandwiches for toasting at work
There's a sandwich press at my work and I'm trying to think of a way I can meal prep sandwiches for the whole week in one go. I'm thinking freezing them is the best bet, but I want them to be healthy as well and I'm not sure how vegetables will go in the freezer (probably badly).
Ideally I'll make all the sandwiches on Sunday, then put them in the freezer (wrapped in baking paper). Then, I'll take them to work in the morning (straight from the freezer), put them in the fridge when I get to work, and then put them straight in the sandwich press (inside the baking paper). That way I don't have to clean the press.
What would be the best way to incorporate vegetables into the sandwiches (maybe after toasting them)?
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Freezing them will cause the cells to break down slightly, leading to a mushier vegetable. However, since you're planning on heating them anyway, I wouldn't worry about that. Heating will also make the vegetables softer and mushier, so I doubt that the initial freezing will significantly change the quality of the final hot sandwich. I would personally attempt to cook them straight from frozen if you have a freezer at work. The vegetables can release liquid over a slow defrost in the fridge which may affect the structural integrity of the bread.
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Can you freeze sandwiches for toasting?
It's best to freeze sandwiches raw and also to use ingredients that won't cause the bread to go soggy. You can then remove your sandwiches from the freezer and toast or grill them.Can you freeze uncooked toasted sandwiches?
When it comes to freezing sandwiches, you can freeze them in their classic 'raw' (uncooked) form, OR you can grill/panini press them before freezing! Both types of frozen sandwiches will defrost just fine, and both are delicious enjoyed cold\u2014even pre-grilled sandwiches.Can you freeze sandwiches ahead of time?
Sandwiches you make ahead and freeze can save money and time. Just about any sandwich\u2014other than those with a mayonnaise base (such as chopped meat or egg salad)\u2014can be frozen. It's best to apply condiments such as mayonnaise when ready to use.Do frozen sandwiches go soggy?
One pitfall of freezer sandwiches is soggy bread. Wet meats and cheeses, or worse, condiments, making direct contact with the bread will result in soggy bread over time. The easiest way to prevent mushy bread is a thin layer of fat between the bread and sandwich toppings.Freezable sandwiches – make your morning easy
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Tuna fish sandwiches typically freeze well, so I recommend those.
Here is a recipe for that specializes in making the tuna fish sandwich freezer safe: Freeze Ahead Tuna Sandwiches
Its ingredients are:
- 3 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons whipped salad dressing (Miracle Whip)
- 1 (6-ounce) can chunk tuna, drained
- 1/4 cup shallot, chopped
- 1/4 cup carrot, shredded
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons butter, softened
- 8 slices bread (whole wheat, or large sandwich buns)
Though in my opinion, any tuna fish sandwich recipe would work just fine.
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