5 Fresh Picks to Enjoy All Year Long
In August, many fruits and vegetables are plentiful in the fields—it’s the perfect time to enjoy them… and stock up for winter!
Here are some foods that are easy to preserve for months:
Artichokes
Did you know you can freeze, lacto‑ferment, or even can artichokes? First, remove the leaves and the choke to keep only the hearts, and you’ll be able to store them long enough to make a delicious artichoke dip during the holidays!
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Corn
You love corn roasts but not sure what to do with the leftovers? There are several preservation methods! For example, blanch the cobs and freeze the kernels to have corn on hand for shepherd’s pies or chilis. Dried kernels can be rehydrated in soups, while cooked kernels can be turned into corn relish and canned!
And don’t forget—you can keep the cobs to make a delicious broth!
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Tomatoes
It’s the season to harvest beautiful, local tomatoes! What can you do with the surplus besides classic canned tomatoes? Dehydrating them is an excellent way to enjoy them all winter long. Use them to enhance pasta dishes, sandwiches, or pizzas with these flavorful sun‑dried tomatoes!
A Food Fight article presented by Jour de la Terre
