Freezing

There are some foods that I am just not crazy about how they taste canned, in those cases I prefer to freeze.

Equipment

• baking sheet

• freezer container / zip lock bags / vacuum sealed bags

Process

Cooked foods -

This applies to cakes, breads, home fries, cookies, pancakes, etc.

1. Once food has been cooked and completely cooled - place in freezer container (I choose to always double wrap mine to prevent freezer burn)

2. Freeze

Raw foods -

Many sources recommend blanching, while others feel it is an unnecessary step.

I personally do not do it, however, if you wish to blanch your veggies before storing::

1. Boil or steam vegetables briefly,

2. Plunge them into an ice bath.

3. Allow to dry completely.

To Freeze:

1. Slice into small pieces

2. Place in a single layer on a baking sheet (no edges touching each other)

3. Freeze for about 2 hours

4. Remove from freezer

5. Place food in the freezer container of your choice

6. Label the container

7. Place back in freezer.

Storage

Store for up to 1 year.