
By Ellen Brown
Can I freeze fresh asparagus? It is so delicate of a vegetable. Must I blanch first?
By Elena
Yes, you can freeze but need to blanch first and be sure to give an ice bath as soon as blanched. Then drain well and pat dry well before placing in freezer containers.
What is the best way to freeze asparagus?
By kimmeran
Call your agricultural extension agent. Your information is local and free.
Should I blanch asparagus before freezing or just freeze them raw?
By Connie
You must blanch it. Otherwise the enzymes break it down and it does not taste good and you will loose most of it. I roll it in newspaper also to protect those delicate stalks before I put the rolls into freezer bags.
How do you freeze asparagus?
By Marianne from Auburn, WA
Next, you'll want to blanch the asparagus in boiling water for different lengths of time depending on the size of the spears. Small spears need to be blanched for about 2 minutes, medium spears for 3 minutes, and large spears for 4 minutes.
Take out of the water immediately and cool by placing in ice water. Once they are cool, drain and dry the spears well.
Place into freezer bags or other airtight freezer containers. A good way to place them in the container is by alternating tips and stems as you lay them on top of each other. Good luck. (01/31/2010)
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