Blanching Peas for Freezing - How To Blanch Peas
Serves 1
5 mins prep
2 mins cook
7 mins total
Learn how to blanch peas for freezing to have them year round for using in your recipes.
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Fill a large bowl with ice water and set aside.
Bring 6 cups of water to a boil in a medium saucepan. Add peas and salt and cook until peas are crisp-tender, 1 ½ to 2 minutes.
Using a slotted spoon or a spider strainer, transfer the peas into the ice water. This will stop the cooking process. Let them sit for 3-5 minutes.
Meanwhile line a sheet pan with a kitchen towel.
Drain the peas and spread them evenly onto the baking sheet. Gently move them around to dry. Transfer the sheet pan into the freezer for up to 1 hour. Remove from freezer and transfer the peas into a freezer bag.
Remove as much air as possible and seal it before placing them into the freezer.
