Vegetables from a jar or a can may be frozen immediately after opening, in a sealed bag or plastic container. Be sure to remove any water or other liquid that might be in the original container. However, product quality will be different from when it was opened and the texture may change as a result of freezing. Thawed products may be used in the preparation of certain dishes, as in the following examples:
- Young corn on cobs: Once thawed, can be used in vegetable stir-fries.
- Artichoke hearts: Can be thawed and used in a pasta sauce or meat stuffing.
- Marinated green asparagus: Once thawed, can be added to omelettes.