Tomatoes and Peppers for Winter (in the Freezer)

To prepare a stock of vegetables that will enrich your winter meals, you need a few essential ingredients and a bit of patience. We start with tomatoes, choosing the freshest ones, whether they are small or larger. Once you have them, blanch them quickly in boiling water to make peeling easier. This is an important step, as a peeled tomato will integrate much better into various culinary dishes. After plunging them into cold water, the skin will come off effortlessly, and the tomatoes will be ready to chop. Cut them into small pieces, according to your preferences, and add them to a plastic bag.

Next, we continue with peppers. Choose hot or sweet peppers, depending on your desired taste. Wash them well under cold running water, then chop them finely or slice them – it all depends on how you want to use them later in your recipes. Once you finish chopping, add them to another plastic bag, making sure they are not too crowded to avoid ice crystal formation during freezing.

Once you have both vegetables prepared, it’s time to combine them. Place the bags with tomatoes and peppers into a larger bag, label it with the contents and the date, so you know exactly what you have frozen. It is important to keep a record of what you have in the freezer, so you don’t forget the delicious vegetables you prepared with such care.

Now that everything is ready, put the bag in the freezer. In winter, when you want to use these vegetables, you can add them directly to your dishes without thawing. This method will help you preserve not only the taste and aroma but also the vibrant color of the vegetables, giving you a tasty and healthy meal. So, enjoy the frozen tomatoes and peppers, which will turn your winter meals into a true feast of flavors!