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Freezing Vegetables

by P. Kendall * (1/13) Quick Facts… The quality of frozen vegetables depends on the quality of the fresh produce. Blanching and prompt cooling are essential in preparing most vegetables, except herbs and green peppers, for freezing. Blanch vegetables by placing them in boiling water or steam. There are two basic packing […]

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Freezing Fruits

by P. Kendall* (4/13) Quick Facts… Freezing is one of the simplest and least time consuming ways to preserve foods at home. Berries and cherries are best frozen soon after harvest. Peaches, plums and apples may need to fully ripen before freezing. Small whole fruits, such as berries or cherries, can […]

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Freezing Food: The Science

Preserving Food Quality, Safety, and Nutrition Freezing is a simple and generally low-cost method of preserving food which can capture the flavor of fruits and vegetables at their peak. Like other methods of preservation, freezing extends access to seasonal produce but unlike some methods, freezing conserves the original taste without […]