Michigan State University Extension
Preserving Food Safely - 01600087
10/13/97

### FREEZING BRUSSELS SPROUTS

     Select  green,  firm, and compact  heads.   Examine  heads

    carefully
     to make sure they are free from  insects.   Trim,

    removing
     coarse outer leaves.  Wash thoroughly.  Sort  into

    small,
    medium and large sizes.

    Water
    blanch:

    Small
    heads.......................... 3 minutes

    Medium
    heads......................... 4 minutes

    Large
    heads.......................... 5 minutes

     Cool promptly in cold water and drain.

     Pack  Brussels   sprouts  into   containers,  leaving   no

    headspace.
     Seal, label and freeze.

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