Noob Food Q's

Belmit · 18-06-2008, 16:08

Similar to the forum thread in GD, in this thread you can ask any foody question to others that you've always been afraid to ask either because the answer should be obvious, or for fear of ridicule. I'll go first...

Is there anything to stop me cutting up my own fresh veg and freezing it so I can use it on things like pizzas whenever I need it? Does bought frozen veg have anything done to it before it's frozen?

Pheebs · 18-06-2008, 16:38

We've frozen veg before - it's absolutely dandy to do so - not had any problems with it myself really (other than forgetting it's in there! Doh!)

I do read certain things are better blanched before freezing (like broad beans)... but I canny think of any certain ones other than broad beans

Boo!

Others probably know

*edit*

Just googliegooed this:

Freezing Veg techniques!

Looks useful and has a list of veg at the bottom and what to do

Fayshun · 18-06-2008, 17:27

Quote:

Originally Posted by Belmit

Does bought frozen veg have anything done to it before it's frozen?

Yes, it has to be put in the freezer.

Tak · 18-06-2008, 17:36

What do you do with leeks?
*waits for the "repair them" answer*

I think I know but I look at them in the shop and get scared so don't buy them

Pheebs · 18-06-2008, 17:42

Quote:

Originally Posted by Takhisis

What do you do with leeks?
*waits for the "repair them" answer*

I think I know but I look at them in the shop and get scared so don't buy them

OoooOOoo I LOVE leeks!

Leek soup, leek piie, cheesey leeks, stir fry leeks, boiled leeks, steamed leeks! NOM!

You can do just about anything to them you want to! I like them plain on their own just steamed and served up with a meal! Nom nom nom nom nom! I also LOVE cheesey leeks (bung em in with your cauliflower)! Leek some is nom-tastic and they're fab for bulking out stirfrys/stews... anything!

Use it like you would an onion!

Belmit · 18-06-2008, 17:59

Quote:

Originally Posted by Takhisis

What do you do with leeks?
*waits for the "repair them" answer*

If I'm having them alongside a Sunday roast or equivalent meal I'll just drop them in some boiling water for a few minutes along with the other veg (chopped of course!). I'll be having some later on with a steak, but I'm going to bake them for twenty minutes with some other veg in the oven.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fayshun

Yes, it has to be put in the freezer.

*Takes notes*

Stan_Lite · 18-06-2008, 18:09

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fayshun

Yes, it has to be put in the freezer.

Thanks Ainsley

Quote:

Originally Posted by Takhisis

What do you do with leeks?
*waits for the "repair them" answer*

I think I know but I look at them in the shop and get scared so don't buy them

Blanch leeks for 4-5 mins then cool off under running water. Wrap each one with 2 slices Parma ham (or similar) and arrange in a baking dish. Pour over scrummy cheese sauce (made with Scottish Cheddar, of course

) and bake at 180C for approx 15-20 mins. Serve with mashed tatties and veggies of your choice.

Nom.

SidewinderINC · 18-06-2008, 20:56

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bigstan

Thanks Ainsley

Glaucus · 18-06-2008, 21:27

Quote:

Originally Posted by Takhisis

What do you do with leeks?

Leeks in a cream and slightly cheese sauce on mash potato and sausages or steak.

Tak · 18-06-2008, 21:31

I think my question was misunderstood (although the answers already given will hopefully be useful too) - what do you do with them before cooking? Peel them? Just wash them? top and tail them? sing to them?

18-06-2008, 16:08	#1
Belmit The Mouse King of Denmark Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: The Winchester Posts: 6,476	Noob Food Q's Similar to the forum thread in GD, in this thread you can ask any foody question to others that you've always been afraid to ask either because the answer should be obvious, or for fear of ridicule. I'll go first... Is there anything to stop me cutting up my own fresh veg and freezing it so I can use it on things like pizzas whenever I need it? Does bought frozen veg have anything done to it before it's frozen? __________________

18-06-2008, 16:38	#2
Pheebs Deep Throat Join Date: Jul 2006 Posts: 6,512	We've frozen veg before - it's absolutely dandy to do so - not had any problems with it myself really (other than forgetting it's in there! Doh!) I do read certain things are better blanched before freezing (like broad beans)... but I canny think of any certain ones other than broad beans Boo! Others probably know edit Just googliegooed this: Freezing Veg techniques! Looks useful and has a list of veg at the bottom and what to do __________________ http://www.spiffingdesigns.co.uk Last edited by Pheebs; 18-06-2008 at 16:43.

18-06-2008, 17:36	#4
Tak L'Oréal Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Portsmouth Posts: 9,977	What do you do with leeks? waits for the "repair them" answer I think I know but I look at them in the shop and get scared so don't buy them __________________ The look on your face when a toddler rips out your heart and shows it to you? Priceless.... For everything else, there's FWOOSH!

18-06-2008, 21:31	#10
Tak L'Oréal Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Portsmouth Posts: 9,977	I think my question was misunderstood (although the answers already given will hopefully be useful too) - what do you do with them before cooking? Peel them? Just wash them? top and tail them? sing to them? __________________ The look on your face when a toddler rips out your heart and shows it to you? Priceless.... For everything else, there's FWOOSH!