Freeze Fresh: The Ultimate Guide to Preserving 55 Fruits and Vegetables for Maximum Flavor and Versatility

An in-depth guide to the easiest and most economical way to preserve homegrown or locally grown produce--in the freezer! Techniques and tips for more than 55 popular fruits and vegetables are featured along with 100 recipes that freeze well and use previously frozen produce to best advantage.

Publisher Marketing: "A clear, concise guide to freezing (almost) anything with mouthwatering recipes that will ensure you put your frozen bounty to good use. If you're looking to create a healthier home food supply and save money in the process, this is your book!" ​ --Jill Winger, author of The Prairie Homestead Cookbook ​ ​ "Invaluable information about the art of freezing-- a must-have homesteading resource!" ​ --Deanna Talerico, creator of Homestead and Chill ​ ​ "So many possibilities! You'll welcome the recipes for foods such as potatoes and squash that can be tricky to preserve with other methods. And who knew you could freeze cucumbers?" ​ --Sherri Brooks Vinton, author of Put 'em Up! and The Preserving Answer Book ​ ​ "This friendly, in-depth guide is packed with helpful info, unique recipes, and stunning photos to help you turn your freezer into a well-stocked pantry." ​ --Stephanie Thurow, Certified Master Food Preserver and author of Can It Ferment It ​ Jacket Description/Back : Discover How Versatile Your Freezer Can Be Freeze your fruits and veggies for maximum flavor and minimum waste! Freezing is the easiest way to preserve produce, but to succeed you need to know how to properly prepare these foods. When should you blanch? How do you prevent freezer burn? Can you freeze things like lettuce? (Yes!) Freezing expert Crystal Schmidt give you in-depth freezing instructions as well as new and inventive ways to freeze all your favorite fruits and vegetables. She offers more than 100 recipes designed to be frozen--things like salsas, soups, sauces, and jams--plus recipes to use up those frozen goods. Whatever questions you have about freezing produce, you'll find the answers here! Freeze fresh cinnamon baked pears for a delicious breakfast. Steam blanch greens, then freeze in a muffin pan for adding to soups, stews, and smoothies. Cook apple pie filling before freezing, then bake in he crust when ready to eat. Enjoy your summer harvest all winter long with raspberry cheesecake brownies. Brief Description : "Capturing the peak flavor of freshly harvested produce and preserving it for year-round eating is easier than ever with this guide to freezing and enjoying more than 55 popular fruits and vegetables. Author Crystal Schmidt shares her preparation techniques to prepare each food for the freezer, including pre-cooking, slicing, blanching and more"-- Biographical Note : Crystal Schmidt is the bestselling author of Freeze Fresh , and creator of Whole-Fed Homestead. With a passion for good food, she inspires others to grow their own produce, create delicious meals, and preserve fresh ingredients. Find Crystal on social media and YouTube at @wholefedhomestead to share in her love of homegrown living. Publisher Marketing : 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. Contributor Bio: Schmidt, Crystal Crystal Schmidt , creator of Whole-Fed Homestead (wholefedhomestead.com), is devoted to sharing the skills of growing, preserving, and cooking with whole foods on her website and social media channels.

Format: Paperback | Pages: 208 | Publication Date: 2022-07-05