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Thick asparagus spears · blanch before freezing Timer

Thick asparagus spears. Use about 3.8 L water per 450 g prepared vegetables.

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Thick asparagus spears · blanch before freezing

Add to boiling water and cover; start when the water returns to a boil within 1 min. Keep the heat high.

Thick asparagus spears. Use about 3.8 L water per 450 g prepared vegetables.

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美国国家家庭食品保存中心（NCHFP）：Blanching Vegetables

When time is up: This is preparation for freezing, not a ready-to-eat cooking time. Immediately cool in plenty of cold or ice water for about 4 min; drain thoroughly, pack and freeze following the guide.

Times are for guidance. Ingredient size, starting temperature, quantity and heat affect cooking. An alarm does not mean food is safely cooked; check doneness and continue cooking if needed. Adapt movement and rest to your abilities.

Sources checked: 3–4 October 2026

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Thick asparagus spears. Use about 3.8 L water per 450 g prepared vegetables.

  1. Check that this preset matches your activity and conditions.
  2. Add to boiling water and cover; start when the water returns to a boil within 1 min. Keep the heat high. At the stated starting point, press Start.
  3. This is preparation for freezing, not a ready-to-eat cooking time. Immediately cool in plenty of cold or ice water for about 4 min; drain thoroughly, pack and freeze following the guide.

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