Freeze Fresh – Crystal Schmidt

epub | 43.67 MB | English| Isbn:163586447X | Author: Crystal Schmidt, Eve Kilcher (Foreword by) | Year: 2022

Description:

Capturing the peak flavor of freshly harvested produce and preserving it for year-round eating is easier than ever, this is the ultimate guide to freezing and enjoying more than 55 popular fruits and vegetables.

Author Crystal Schmidt’s time-tested preparation techniques ensure that color, texture, and flavor are retained in the freezer. From familiar favorites like apples, corn, potatoes, and peas to surprises like lettuce, avocado, and citrus fruits, Schmidt details the best ways to prepare each food for the freezer, including pre-cooking, slicing, blanching, and more. She offers more than 100 recipes that freeze well, such as Blueberry Maple Pancake Sauce, Pickled Sliced Beets, Mango Chutney, and Honey Butter Carrot Mash, as well as delicious ways to cook the frozen food after thawing, including Creamy Parmesan Confetti Corn, Tart Cherry Oatmeal Bars, and Broccoli Cheese Soup. Home cooks and gardeners alike will love discovering how easy and economical it can be to fill your freezer with produce customized to your own tastes and needs.

Category:Cookbooks, Food & Wine, Cooking with Specific Ingredients, General & Miscellaneous Cooking, Fruit – Cooking, Canning & Preserving, Cooking (Fruit), Frozen foods