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How to Freeze Asparagus

Got more asparagus than you know what to do with? Freezing asparagus is one of the best ways to preserve it for later.
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Holding three different sizes of asparagus spears in my hand over a pot full of asparagus that’s sitting in the sink.
Prep Time:10 minutes

Equipment

Ingredients

  • Asparagus young, tender spears
  • Water
  • Salt 2T to 6 Cups water - optional

Instructions

Freezing Asparagus

  • Wash asparagus spears. Sort into similar sizes.
  • Cut off the tough ends of the spears and remove any other imperfections.
  • Cut into smaller lengths if asparagus spears are too large to fit into your containers after blanching.
  • Bring large pot of salted water to a boil. 2 T salt to 6 cups water.
    Blanch spears for 2 minutes (small spears), 3 minutes (medium spears), or 4 minutes (large spears).
  • Cool immediately. Drain well and package in freezer containers.

Notes

Container Options Include:
Freezer Bags – my preference!
Rigid freezer containers – plastic with secure fitting lids
Glass jars – not really recommended… but possible. Using straight sided, wide mouth jars will have a lower risk of breaking.
Author: Sharon Peterson