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Freezing Vegetables - Carrots

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Preparation:


Wash, remove tops and peel. Baby carrots can be left whole; cut or slice larger carrots as desired.

Blanching Time:

Blanch in boiling water. Boil baby carrots for 5 minutes; diced or sliced carrots or strips for 2 minutes. Cool immediately and drain well.

Pack:


Leave 1/2 inch of headspace.

Yield:


2 to 3 pounds of carrots = approximately 2 pints frozen.

Freezing Guide:

Recipes Using Carrots:

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