vegetables

How To Quick-Freeze Vegetables

ASPARAGUS- Prepare: Wash, cut, sort into groups according to thickness of stalk. Blanch, chill, pack. Blanching: 3 to 4 minutes in boiling water, depending on size.
BEANS, GREEN & WAX- Prepare: Wash, stem, slice, cut or leave whole. Blanch, chill, pack. Blanching: Cut= 2 minutes in boiling water Whole= [...]

Quick Tip - Peppers

Peppers with 3 bumps on the bottom are sweeter and better for eating.

Quick Tip - How to Pick a Tomato

How to pick a tomato: Look for one that is blemish free, firm to touch, noticeably fragrant, heavy for size and gives slightly under pressure. You should not chill your tomatoes.