Roasting & Freezing Red Peppers
When peppers are plentiful and inexpensive at the farmer’s market, it’s a good idea to buy some in bulk to freeze for cold-weather cooking. In the winter, peppers are very expensive and their flavor is nothing compared to seasonally purchased organic peppers. Roasting intensifies the flavor as well. From stews, pastas, sauces, and more, you’ll find there is no end to the recipes that can benefit from the addition of roasted red bell peppers. It’s well worth the trifling amount of time and effort that goes into preserving this culinary favorite.
Servings: 9 Peppers
Instructions
Cold Oven
- Place Peppers in cold oven and set to 400 degrees F
- When temperature reaches 400 set timer for 10 minutes
- Once the 10 minute alarm sounds, remove the pan and check to see if the peppers are charred on both sides.
- If not, turn peppers over and cook for another 10 - 15 minutes.
- Turn off oven and allow to cool
- Remove from oven and prepare for freezing
Hot Oven
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees
- Place peppers in oven and cook for 20 minutes
- Check to see if the peppers are charred on both sides.
- If not, turn peppers over and cook for another 10 - 15 minutes.
- Remove from oven and set aside to cool. Prepare for freezing.