How do i freeze fresh asparagus?!
some one gave me alot of fresh asparagus , what is the best way to freeze it!?Www@FoodAQ@Com
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Wash asparagus thoroughly!. Trim stem ends slightly!. Leave spears whole or cut into 2-inch lengths!. Blanch in boiling water for 1 to 2 minutes ONLY!. Cool IMMEDIATELY in ice water!. DRAIN WELL and pack in plastic freezer bags or containers leaving no excess air space!. Seal, label and freeze at 0 degrees F!. Use within eight months for best quality!. Do not defrost before cooking!.Www@FoodAQ@Com
I have a large asparagus patch that does quite well, always more than I can use in a season!. I have never blanched or scalded it!. I clean it very well, slice in pieces, and just freeze!. It always turns out tasting like fresh!. I would think that because of its delicate nature blanching would risk making it soggy!. Try it both ways and then decide whats right for you!. PS> you will feel so lucky come december when it becomes very expensive if you can even find it!.Www@FoodAQ@Com
Wash thoroughly & sort into sizes!. Trim stalks by removing scales with a sharp knife!. Cut into even lengths to fit freezer containers!. Scald small spears 1 1/2 minutes, medium spears 2 minutes & large spears 3 minutes!. Cool, drain & pack in plastic freezer bags, can or freeze jars or plastic freezer boxes!. Seal, label & freeze!.Www@FoodAQ@Com
the way we do it is we put stuff like that in zip lock bags!. make sure the air is out before you zip them up to keep it fresh!.Www@FoodAQ@Com