4 IMPORTANT THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT FREEZING VEGGIES

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IF YOU use freezer-safe resealable plastic bags, remove as much air as possible to avoid freezer burn. It's caused when water in produce freezes into ice crystals, then turns into gas and migrates out of the food.

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IF USING containers, either fill to the top to avoid trapping air or place waxed paper over the top to prevent freezer burn. Have a system so you're always eating the oldest produce first.

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FAST FREEZING is critical for maintaining flavour and texture.

- don't add too many bags of vegetables (or any food) to a freezer all at once;

- don't place a lot of containers in one place – spread them around the freezer space;

- leave clear space around containers so cold air can circulate;

- re-organise the freezer once frozen.

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IF YOU have a power cut, don't open the freezer, even for a few seconds – contents should stay frozen for 12-24 hours.