✿ Use containers that are airtight and freezer-safe. Label them with the vegetable name and date.
✿ Put vegetables into the container directly or place on a flat pan and freeze until firm, then put into the container.
✿ Wash hands with soap and water.
✿ Gather cooking tools and freezer containers.
✿ Rinse vegetables under running water.
✿ Trim, peel or cut vegetables as desired. Aim for pieces that are about the same size.
✿ The next step depends on the type of vegetable.
❁ Beets should be round and firm with smooth skins and a deep color. If the greens are attached and you plan to use them, they should be green and fresh, not wilted.
Cook beets ahead to shorten time to make a recipe. Beets are done when they can be pierced to the center with a dull knife. Refrigerate; use within 5 days.
