This is particularly true for out-of-season ingredients.
Less waste is also a perk that cant be overlooked.
Speaking ofpeas, they are the No.
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1 frozen vegetable named by chefsand, surprisingly, not just for their convenience.
Im a huge fan of having frozen [petite] peas in my freezer.
I find them to be better than fresh in most instances.
The sugar in a fresh pea converts to starch rather quickly.
Another chef-recommended legume to keep on hand is frozen shellededamame.
[Its] incredibly versatile and fits seamlessly into a variety of recipes.
For a vegetarian version, you might substitute tofu, and its equally delicious.
Frozen shrimp is a delicious and easy protein to keep in the freezer.
Sweet and savory items can be interchanged with these versatile sheets.
Then top them with caramelized onions, a crumble of goat cheese and a small handful of baby arugula.
