Freeze Fresh - by Crystal Schmidt (Paperback)

About the Book

An in-depth guide to the easiest and most economical way to preserve homegrown or locally grown produce--in the freezer! Techniques and tips for more than 55 popular fruits and vegetables are featured along with 100 recipes that freeze well and use previously frozen produce to best advantage.

Book Synopsis

Capturing the peak flavor of freshly harvested produce and preserving it for year-round eating is easier than ever, this is the ultimate guide to freezing and enjoying more than 55 popular fruits and vegetables.

Author Crystal Schmidt's time-tested preparation techniques ensure that color, texture, and flavor are retained in the freezer. From familiar favorites like apples, corn, potatoes, and peas to surprises like lettuce, avocado, and citrus fruits, Schmidt details the best ways to prepare each food for the freezer, including pre-cooking, slicing, blanching, and more. She offers more than 100 recipes that freeze well, such as Blueberry Maple Pancake Sauce, Pickled Sliced Beets, Mango Chutney, and Honey Butter Carrot Mash, as well as delicious ways to cook the frozen food after thawing, including Creamy Parmesan Confetti Corn, Tart Cherry Oatmeal Bars, and Broccoli Cheese Soup. Home cooks and gardeners alike will love discovering how easy and economical it can be to fill your freezer with produce customized to your own tastes and needs.

From the Back Cover

Discover How Versatile Your Freezer Can Be
Freeze your fruits and veggies for maximum flavor and minimum waste! Freezing is the easiest way to preserve produce, but to succeed you need to know how to properly prepare these foods. When should you blanch? How do you prevent freezer burn? Can you freeze things like lettuce? (Yes!)
Freezing expert Crystal Schmidt give you in-depth freezing instructions as well as new and inventive ways to freeze all your favorite fruits and vegetables. She offers more than 100 recipes designed to be frozen--things like salsas, soups, sauces, and jams--plus recipes to use up those frozen goods. Whatever questions you have about freezing produce, you'll find the answers here!

• Freeze fresh cinnamon baked pears for a delicious breakfast.
• Steam blanch greens, then freeze in a muffin pan for adding to soups, stews, and smoothies.
• Cook apple pie filling before freezing, then bake in he crust when ready to eat.
• Enjoy your summer harvest all winter long with raspberry cheesecake brownies.

Review Quotes

"A clear, concise guide to freezing (almost) anything with mouthwatering recipes that will ensure you put your frozen bounty to good use. If you're looking to create a healthier home food supply and save money in the process, this is your book!" ​
--Jill Winger, author of The Prairie Homestead Cookbook ​
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"Invaluable information about the art of freezing-- a must-have homesteading resource!" ​
--Deanna Talerico, creator of Homestead and Chill ​
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"So many possibilities! You'll welcome the recipes for foods such as potatoes and squash that can be tricky to preserve with other methods. And who knew you could freeze cucumbers?" ​
--Sherri Brooks Vinton, author of Put 'em Up! and The Preserving Answer Book ​
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"This friendly, in-depth guide is packed with helpful info, unique recipes, and stunning photos to help you turn your freezer into a well-stocked pantry." ​
--Stephanie Thurow, Certified Master Food Preserver and author of Can It Ferment It​

About the Author

Crystal Schmidt is the creator of Whole-Fed Homestead and the author of the bestselling book Freeze Fresh. She is devoted to sharing the skills of growing, preserving, and cooking with whole foods with her many followers online. She lives in Wisconsin.