Did you know how healthy and delicious cilantro can be? I know its got a strong, bitter taste, but it really makes spaghetti sauce good! I like to use it in my sauce.
The other day I found it for .78 cents a bunch so I bought three that I prepped today for the freezer.
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Since a friend asked me how I prepped cilantro for the freezer I thought I’d do a post on it. It’s really easy. I’m no expert and this is just what I did.
How I Freeze Cilantro
#1. – Â After cutting off the stems that didn’t have many leaves on them, I washed them in plain water and allowed them to drain/dry awhile.
#2. – Â Then I separated them into small bunches, put them into quart size baggies
and flattened the bags while pushing the air out.
#3. – Â I want them to freeze pretty flat so I can stack them side by side or a top each other. Â Once they freeze I can store them in this ice cream container I saved.
Tip! Save those empty plastic ice cream containers. They are so useful. I’ve used them to store and freeze Christmas cookies and candy and even to stretch my roasts. Â I’m using one to store a large salad in right now.
After freezing the cilantro I plan to break off whatever I need while cooking and place the bag back into the freezer. I may not need as much as I’ve put into each bag. And that’s it – easy peasy! Â
Cilantro Resources
Cilantro: A Book of Recipes
Pineapple Cilantro Vinaigrette
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Great idea for prepping and freezing Cilantro. I am sure this will work for just about any type of herb? Thanks.