Bringing seasonal fruit and vegetables to the table means choosing produce when it is naturally available, when it is at its most flavorful and ideal for use into a wide range of recipes. But seasonality can also be a way to stock up on the flavors of Summer and Autumn, preserving them for the months ahead so they can be enjoyed even during Winter.
When preparing preserves, freezing, or otherwise processing fruit and vegetables, it is best to use fresh produce at the right stage of ripeness, removing any bruised items or parts that have deteriorated.
Each type of produce requires a different preservation method. Tomatoes, zucchini, eggplants, peppers, and green beans, which are typical of the Summer season, can be turned into sauces, tomato passata, cooked vegetables, or preparations suitable for freezing. Fruit such as peaches and apricots, on the other hand, are ideal for making jams and fruit compotes.
In Autumn, apples, pears, grapes, kiwis, pumpkins, cabbages, broccoli, fennel, and radicchio come into season. Some can be stored for longer periods in cool, dry places, while others can be cleaned, portioned, and frozen.
When freezing food, it is important to prepare it in portions suitable for later use, removing as much excess air as possible and using appropriate packaging materials.
Rolls and food wraps: protecting foods before frezing
Proper protection helps preserve the quality and characteristics of food for longer.
In the rolls and food wraps section of our website, you can find a range of solutions, including freezer bags, aluminium foil, refrigerator paper and food wrap.
Freezer bags on a roll are particularly practical when you want to divide fruit and vegetables into portions, while aluminium foil can be used to wrap and protect a variety of foods. Food wrap, on the other hand, is useful for sealing containers and already-portioned preparations. The range also includes solutions designed to protect food from air, light, and odors.
Aluminium Containers: from freezer to Oven
When preparing large quantities of cooked vegetables, lasagna, eggplant parmigiana, savory bakes, quiches, or other recipes to be enjoyed in the following months, aluminium containers can make the process considerably easier.
Our aluminium container section includes trays suitable for both cooking and freezing, available in different sizes and, in some cases, already supplied with lids. They are therefore useful for preparing a recipe, allowing it to cool properly, portioning it, and storing it in the freezer until it is ready to be eaten.
It is important to remember that aluminum is not suitable for contact with highly acidic or highly salty foods; for this reason, always follow the manufacturer's instructions.
Container for refrigeration and preserves
For preparations that need to be kept in the refrigerator or for homemade preserves, choosing the right container is equally important. Airtight food storage Containers and accessories from the Bormioli Quattro Stagioni range are ideal for food preservation.
These solutions can be used to better organize prepared foods and, in the case of preserves, for preparations involving vacuum sealing. Remember that when making preserves, it is essential to always follow safe procedures and reliable recipes.
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Kitchen tools for preparing fruit and vegetables
Before food can be preserved, it naturally needs to be prepared: washed, cleaned, cut, sliced, or processed. Our kitchen products can be particularly useful at this stage.
Among the products available, you can find, for example: slicers, knives, colanders and salad spinners. Practical tools for preparing fruit and vegetables more quickly and efficiently. Proper preparation makes it possible to divide food into portions, remove excess water when necessary, and arrange it in the most suitable format for subsequent preservation.
Freezers, refrigerators, containers, and food-wrapping products can therefore become valuable allies in reducing food waste and keeping ingredients harvested during the most abundant months available throughout the Winter. With a little organization, the taste of seasonal produce can enrich your home cooking for much longer!
