How to Freeze Scarlet Runner Bean Seeds
Scarlet runner beans are often planted as an ornamental because of the bright red blooms that adorn the vines from mid-summer until the first frost. Although scarlet runner beans climbing over a trellis are beautifully decorative, the usefulness of the beans shouldn't be overlooked. Scarlet runners will keep you supplied with nutritious beans all summer long, with plenty left over to freeze for winter. Freeze the beans like string beans, or remove the beans from the pods first. Does this Spark an idea?
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Things You'll Need
- Colander
- Sharp knife
- Large saucepan with lid
- Large bowl
- Ice
- Zip lock bags
Instructions
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Freeze scarlet runner beans as soon as possible after you pick them. If you're unable to freeze them right away, they can be stored in the refrigerator for a few days. Don't wash the beans until you're ready to freeze them.
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Split the bean pods open and remove the beans. Wash the beans in cool, running water and let them drain in a colander.
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Bring a large saucepan full of water to a rolling boil. While the water is boiling, fill a large bowl with ice water.
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Put the beans in the boiling water, and put the lid on the pot. Set a timer for three minutes as soon as you put the beans in the water.
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Remove the beans from the heat as soon as the timer rings. Pour them into a colander to remove them from the hot water, then put them in the bowl of ice water immediately. Leave the beans in the ice water for three minutes, adding ice to cool the beans quickly.
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Put the beans back in the colander and let them drain thoroughly. Divide the beans into serving-sized portions and put them in zip lock bags. Label the bags and put them in the freezer immediately.
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