Whether it's preserving batch-cooked meals, safely storing leftovers or keeping convenience foods in peak condition, the freezer is one of the handiest, hardest working kitchen appliances. But not every food is robust enough to withstand its sub-zero temperatures – while dehydration, rehydration and freezer burn can affect many delicate dishes and ingredients. To help you figure out what should be kept where, here we reveal the foods that should never be kept in the freezer (and where to store them instead).

Click or scroll through our gallery to discover 31 foods you should NEVER freeze, counting down to the biggest no-no of them all.

We've based our ranking on the impact of freezing on each ingredient, backed by expert advice and research.