Freezing

How to Freeze Summer Squash or Beans
(Zucchini & Yellow Squash & Beans)

Ingredients and Equipment
Fresh summer squash or beans- any quantity.
Vacuum sealer or "ziploc" type freezer bags
1 Large pot of boiling water
1 Large bowl filled with cold water and ice

1 sharp knife

1 clean dish towel or paper towels

Instructions
Start with fresh squash or beans

Wash the vegetables & dry

Slice Squash 1/2 inch thick slices
(no need to cut beans)

Prepare large pot of boiling water 

Prepare 1 bowl with cold water & ice

Put vegetables in boiling water (this is called Blanching) Boil & cover for 3 minutes.

Blanch each vegetable separately as not to mix flavors.

Remove the vegetables from the boiling water and place in the bowl of water & ice for 5 minutes, Let cool.

Drain thoroughly. Pat with clean towel or paper towels to remove as much moisture as possible

Bag the vegetables, remove as much air as possible, then seal, & date the bag. 

Can freeze 9-12 months.