How should I freeze fresh veggies?
I found this on the site pickyourown.org How to Freeze Spinach, Kale, Swiss Chard. Collards and Other Greens More photos and a PDF print version coming If you like frozen greens in the winter, just imagine how good it would taste if you had picked a bag yourself and then quickly froze it at home! It is also one of the simplest ways to put up a vegetable for the winter. Here’s how to do it, complete instructions in easy steps and completely illustrated. The greens will taste MUCH better than anything you’ve ever had from a store. Directions for Freezing Greens Ingredients and Equipment fresh greens – any quantity. I figure one handful per serving. Vacuum food sealer or “ziploc” type freezer bags (the freezer bag version is heavier and protects better against freezer burn. 1 Large pot of boiling water 2 large bowls, one filled with cold water and ice. 1 sharp knife Instructions Step 1 – Pick or select the greens! This is the most important step! You need greens that are FRESH and crisp.