How to Freeze Cooked Prosciutto
Prosciutto is dry-cured Italian ham, usually sliced very thinly. Prosciutto is generally sold uncooked; its low water content prohibits bacterial growth, making it safe to eat. But some individuals like to cook it and serve it in pasta or a bean dishes. Because prosciutto is on the expensive side, leftovers shouldn't be thrown out. There is a way to freeze the cooked prosciutto so that you can enjoy the rest of it another time. Does this Spark an idea?
Instructions
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Wash your hands before preparing your prosciutto for the freezer to avoid contaminating the meat.
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Cut off a piece of aluminum foil that is big enough to completely cover the leftover portion of prosciutto.
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Place the prosciutto in the aluminum foil and fold the foil over the meat. Fold all of the sides, being careful not to leave any air inside of the foil. Air will cause the prosciutto to go bad more rapidly.
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Set the foil pouch of prosciutto inside of a plastic freezer bag. Press all of the air out before you seal the bag.
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Label and date the plastic freezer bag with a permanent marker. This will help you identify the contents later.
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Set the plastic bag in the freezer. You can freeze cooked prosciutto for up to two months.
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Tips & Warnings
Make sure that you freeze your leftover prosciutto within three to five days of cooking.
Your freezer needs to read 0 degrees F. or less in order to properly freeze your food.
