Freezing Beans or Carrots

Ingredients

• 2 cups water
• 1/4 cup sugar (I use less for both, I really think it doesn't need any sugar but I haven't tried it without yet)
• 1 tablespoon pickling salt
• 1 cup butter
• 12 cups chopped green beans or carrots

Directions

1. 1

   Place all of the above ingredients into a large roaster.

2. 2

   Bake at 350°F for 30 minutes.

3. 3

   Vegetables will be crisp when done.

4. 4

   Cool slightly.

5. 5

   Fit colander in large bowl.

6. 6

   Pour vegetables and brine into colander.

7. 7

   DO NOT THROW OUT BRINE.

8. 8

   Place vegetables in freezer bags, (as many cups to suit your family).

9. 9

   Divide brine among bags.

10. 10

    Close bags. (I try to remove as much air as possible before closing).

11. 11

    Cool completely.

12. 12

    Freeze.

13. 13

    TO PREPARE: Tear open bag, place in pot. Simmer on very low heat until completely thawed. Bring to a boil and cook until tender. Pour off brine, no need to add anymore butter or salt.

14. 14

    NOTE: To remove air from the bag, I use an ordinary straw to suck air from the bag, holding bag tight around the straw. Twist bag then attach twist tie.