Blanching is an important step in freezing vegetables that will be stored frozen more than four weeks, however it is not a safety issue. The unblanched vegetables will be safe but will not be of the ...

Vegetables can add a significant amount of nutrients and vitamins to our diet. Incorporating vegetables in every meal can be a great way to assure you are following the MyPlate guidelines. Since it ...

The good news is that most veggies are easy to freeze. Some will thaw nicely for you to serve and enjoy just as you would if they were fresh. Others might be better suited for cooked dishes like soups ...

Imagine enjoying the freshness of garden vegetables even in the depths of winter. How is this possible? Gardeners can use the power of their home freezer to lock in summer freshness. Bridgette Brannon ...

Produce stands showcase the large variety of vegetables that thrive on cool weather and tend to taste sweeter following a light frost. Many of these vegetables store up energy in the form of starches.

Freezing food sounds simple, but the truth is that most people do it wrong without knowing it. The result? Food with an "old fridge" taste, dried-out meats, separated sauces and vegetables with no ...