Freezing parsley

[SweetLuci]

 If you like having parsley on hand, but it seems to wind up going bad before you use it, try freezing it. Wash and dry, remove the leaves and put them in a food processor, and chop on high for about 20 seconds. or finely chop by hand. Put the chopped parsley in a plastic freezer bag, roll up the bag to remove as much air as possible and stick it in the freezer. It will keep for up to 6 months. You can use the parsley frozen, even in a dish that won't be cooked. Just break off the amount you need. The parsley will thaw in a matter of seconds.

[lori57703]

Wow, great idea. Thanks.

Have you tried this with other fresh herbs? I really hate the price I have to pay for fresh herbs in the winter. I grow several types in the spring and can never use it all before they go bad. Freezing them might be the solution! 

[ablackdolphin]

Yes, thank you!! I agree, I'd love to know if this works on things like basil, thyme etc. I grew them in pots and thought about freezing them.

[SweetLuci]

 I'm trying the basil next, and I think it will work also. I got the idea from the tubes of fresh herbs that you can buy in the produce section, and started thinking that since I don't have any preservatives to keep it good in the refrigerator, maybe I could freeze it and it worked out well. I'll let you know here once I try it, I'm just concerned about it turning black, so we'll see. If anyone else tries it, please let us know.

[brooklinparis]

Great advice.  Does this work as well for herbs, such as basil, rosemary etc ?