Really good blackberries are firm and sweet, and they also seem to decay about five minutes after you pick or buy them. That makes stocking up during an in-season sale or saving the bounty growing in your yard rather difficult. Jokes about eating too many berries aside, there are only so many blackberries you really […] More
Maple syrup is a natural sweetener extract from maple trees in the early spring months when the temperatures are warm during daylight and cool during the night. When the syrup is first collected from the maple trees, it has a clear color to it and a pure sugar flavor. As soon as the syrup is […] More
When it comes to freezing rhubarb, there at least two popular methods of doing that: freezing chopped rhubarb dry or freezing rhubarb in sugar syrup. In this article we will cover both of the methods. Sounds interesting? If so, read along. Table of Contents How to freeze rhubarb Prep Freezing dry Freezing rhubarb in sugar […] More
If you would like to freeze asparagus on your own instead of buying a package of commercially frozen asparagus, there are good news for you. It not that difficult to do and in this article I will show you how to get it done. One think to remember before you even start – frozen asparagus […] More
Can you freeze smoked salmon? The short answer is: Of course, you can freeze smoked salmon. You may want to portion it in convenient serving sizes for later use or you are saving it for a special occasion six months down the road. Whatever the reason is, smoked salmon does quite well in the freezer. […] More
Coconut milk is a milk alternative that is frequently used in Asian cuisine. It is also commonly used as a fat source for people following the Paleo diet. However, unless you are cooking with coconut milk on a daily basis, it is unlikely that you will be able to use an entire container before it […] More
Anytime there is a sale on yogurt, you pick extra up thinking you are going to eat it all, but you end up throwing some out because you cannot eat it all before the expiration date. This time if you purchase yogurt on sale in bountiful amounts, you should freeze it instead so it stays […] More
There are several delicious dishes that use rhubarb as an integral ingredient, but it is not always in season. This means that many people think rhubarb is a treat that cannot be enjoyed in cold months. The answer to this problem is actually very simple, freeze batches of rhubarb and enjoy your favorite dishes all […] More
Even though in most houses freezing bacon isn’t an option just because it’s eaten within a few days after buying, sometimes you might actually want to freeze bacon. If that’s the case, read the rest of the article to learn the most important things about freezing bacon. Table of Contents How to freeze bacon Before […] More
Molasses is a durable material that adds sweetness to most any kind of food. Known for having dense amounts of nutrients, molasses is an excellent sweetener and additive. Further, it keeps well for a reasonably long amount of time. Molasses can be kept for years if you know how to do so properly and you […] More
Harvesting kale from the garden in large quantities may leave you wondering what to do with all of it. The solution is to freeze some of it to enjoy at a later date, but if you love the fresh crisp taste of freshly harvest kale it is best to use it right away. Freezing kale […] More
Not only can you freeze broccoli, but you should! One reason to freeze all vegetables, including broccoli, is to preserve its fresh quality and vitamin content. Another reason that many vegetables, including broccoli, or frozen is to kill any worms or insects that might be online or embedded in the vegetable. Certainly, no one relishes […] More
Freezing zucchini is not that difficult and in this article I will show how it is done. Follow through and you will learn everything you need to know before freezing this green vegetable for the first time. Table of Contents How to freeze zucchini Prep Blanching Pre-freezing Packaging and freezing How to freeze zucchini Prep […] More
Hummus is an ancient food that is more popular than ever. Once confined to middle-eastern market, this chickpea-based spread, seasoned with pungent garlic, tart lemon juice, fruity olive oil and nutty tahini (sesame seed paste), is now available in just about every supermarket in the country. A great source of protein and heart-healthy fats, it […] More
Even though garlic stays fine for quite a long time before it sprouts or goes bad, sometimes you might really want to freeze it to preserve it for longer. If you’d like to know how to freeze garlic, this article is for you. Table of Contents How to freeze garlic Freezing garlic cloves/slices Freezing garlic […] More