{"title":"Preserved Fruit \u0026 Veg","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt can be difficult to keep fruits and vegetables fresh for long periods of times. You can preserve them to extend their shelf life, and allow you to enjoy seasonal fruits and veggies all year. We'll be discussing the various methods for preserving fruits or vegetables.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHow to preserve vegetables\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCanning is a popular way to \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003evegetable preserver\u003c\/strong\u003e. This involves heating vegetables in jars and sealing them with lids to prevent bacteria and other contaminants getting inside. This works well with vegetables like tomatoes, green beans, and corn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAnother popular way to preserve vegetables is freezing. It is simple, doesn't require any special equipment and preserves the vegetable's flavor and texture. To kill bacteria and slow down enzyme activity, blanch the vegetables prior to freezing. This works for vegetables like broccoli, carrots, or peas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDrying is an easy way to \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003epreserved vegetables\u003c\/strong\u003e. Simply cut the vegetables and dry them in a dryer or oven. Once dried, store them in an airtight container. This works well with vegetables like onions, peppers, or mushrooms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePickling is a great way preserve vegetables and add flavor. Pickling is the process of soaking vegetables in vinegar and salt. This preserves them and gives them a tangy taste. This works well with vegetables like onions, peppers, and cucumbers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHow are fruits preserved?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eJam and jelly are a popular way to \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003efruit preserves\u003c\/strong\u003e. This involves combining sugar and pectin with fruits to make a thick, spreadable mixture. Jam and jelly can be made from many fruits, such as berries and apples.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAnother popular way to preserve fruits is dehydrating. This involves removing water from fruits to stop bacteria and other contaminants growing. This works well with fruits like berries, apricots and apples.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBottling is an easy method to preserve fruits. It doesn't require any special equipment. You simply need to cook the fruits in sugar and then put the mixture in sterilized containers. This works well with fruits like apricots and peaches, as well as plums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese are the main preservation methods. You can also \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003epreserved olives\u003c\/strong\u003e in salt or oil. Also, you can make \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003epreserved soups\u003c\/strong\u003e by freezing or canning a combination of fruits and veggies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt can be fun and rewarding to preserve fruits and vegetables. You can also enjoy the seasonal flavors all year. 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