This is the first I’m hearing of this

August 12, 2025 by admin

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We’re not kidding — once you realize how versatile it is, you’ll want more than one.

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### How to Use a Muffin Tin to Freeze Leftovers (the Smart Way)

This is the tip that really surprises people — and it’s perfect for those who love batch cooking or hate wasting food.

#### Here’s how it works:

1. **Make a big batch** of soup, chili, pasta sauce, broth, or smoothie mix.
2. **Spoon it into a greased or silicone-lined muffin tin.**
3. **Freeze until solid** (a few hours or overnight).
4. **Pop out the frozen portions** and store them in a labeled freezer bag.

Each muffin cup holds about 1/2 cup — perfect for individual portions or quick add-ins. No more wasting half a can of sauce or trying to chip away at a frozen brick of food!

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### This Trick Works for More Than Food

Think beyond the kitchen:

* **Organize screws, nails, or bolts** in the garage
* **Sort jewelry or beads** for craft projects
* **Hold cupcake liners, paperclips, or rubber bands** in the office
* **Make DIY bath bombs or lotion bars** in fun, uniform shapes

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### Why You’ll Love It

The best part? You don’t need to buy anything new. If you already own a muffin tin, you’re ready to go. And if you don’t — thrift stores are full of them for next to nothing.

This one little idea makes life easier, more organized, and less wasteful. And yet… *this is the first I’m hearing of this?*

Now you’ve heard it too — and you’ll never look at your muffin tin the same way again.

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