You Can Freeze That?

Your freezer isn't just for quarts of soup or pizzas. Try freezing these surprising items (in airtight bags or containers) to extend their shelf life.

• Chicken broth, three months
• Coconut (grated), two months
• Gingerroot, two months
• Hard cheeses (such as Parmesan, Romano, Cheddar, and Swiss), six months
• Milk, one month (Freeze the carton upright.)
• Nuts, two months
• Pancakes and waffles, one month (Reheat these straight from the freezer.)
• Rice (cooked and frozen in small portions), one month
• Tomato paste, three months
• Unsalted butter, six months