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What should I stock my f reezer with?
SOFRITO MIX This trio of onion, carrot and celery is used as the base for many Mediterranean recipes. It can be bought ready-made in bags, diced and ready for frying.
MIXED VEG Frozen vegetables are often healthier than fresh, because they’re processed and frozen just after being picked, so there’s no time for them to degrade in transit from farm to shop. You can also choose packs that combine different types of veg for specific purposes, whether it’s packs of stir-fry veg for noodles, fillings for enchiladas, broccoli and cauliflower for gratins and curries, or carrots, beans and sweetcorn for soups, stews and rice dishes.
FROZEN HERBS Keep an eye out for frozen herbs – they’re a great long-life alternative to fresh herbs.
SWEETCORN Frozen sweetcorn is good value, tastes better than canned and is a family-friendly choice. Because the kernels are frozen separately, you can easily measure out what’s needed, as and when you need it.