Putting Food By – Freezing Beans and Broccoli
Summer’s bounty can extend through the year with a minimum of work. Gardeners and farmers know crops taste best in season, but freezing or canning food at its peak is nearly as good. I take time when we have enough extra to freeze and can “treats” for later use. Today I blanched and froze beans and broccoli. First I nip the ends off the beans Then place them in boiling water. I usually watch for …