CAN YOU FREEZE FRESH KALE & COLLARDS ?

[@charlessnider5086]

Thank you Berta. I lost my mother while I was still serving in the Navy and she was the most accomplished canner and preserver I had ever known. Then early last year we lost my wife's mother, and I never took the time to learn from her. So if you don't mind, mom, I need to learn how to preserve the produce of my garden.

[@dg-vg9di]

Yes, it’s great that we pass on what we know. The next generation will learn from us and survive. That’s our job. Pass on what we know. Your are gods gift to the world. Bless you.

[@Elainelovejoy]

I’m like you, lol, don’t want a lot of work involved. For my greens, after I wash and spin them in the salad spinner, I just put them in a bag, like a cup each for my smoothies, and put them in the freezer, that’s it. Sometimes I go ahead and put the fruit in there too and just get a bag (like the gallon tie bags) and put the ingredients in there and then just put them in my blender when I’m ready for a smoothie. Much easier than having to gather the banana, orange, or whatever other fruit or berries I’m gonna use, its already together.

[@bertajay]

Thanks so much, Elaine! Great idea! 👍🏾

[@abbeysomething1352]

Excellent idea!!! 👏🏼👏🏼🙌🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@944gemma]

Wow. Another way to not waste food. I love this. It’s just my husband and me here now and too much is just too much. Aside from that you are looking better and better - definitely younger. A real inspiration.

[@dolores79]

I always freeze my kale, collards, etc. because I love, love savory oatmeal for breakfast.

[@bertajay]

My question is: how do you make savory oatmeal? Curious about what you out togethe, Delores. 🥬👍🏽

[@dolores79]

@@bertajay I use steel and whole grain oats, smoked paprika, turmeric, pepper, kale (and or spinach, collards).. Add water and cook. Then I add flax and sometimes imitation bacon (soy). I got this (General) recipe from Ann Esselstyn :) I’ve also made it with oat groats. I keep them par-cooked and frozen.

[@satujohanna6334]

I love your videos, it's like coming to see my grandma ♥

[@bertajay]

You have made my day with that comment, Satu. I am a grandma and I love just sharing with others about what I have learned. I am so thankful it makes you feel so much a part of what what I do. Bless you, my dear "adopted granddaughter" 🥰 Have a peace-filled and joyful day.

[@EM-kl9bq]

Frozen greens rock! 🌿🌱 And so do your videos ❤💕

[@bertajay]

Thank you so much, E. I appreciate your encouragement and thanks for watching all the way to the END OF THE VIDEO!! 👍🏽❤

[@Carpetcleanerman]

Thank you for the video. Just discovered your channel yesterday when I was looking for how to make Maple Sugar. I am from East-Friesland, the most north western corner of Germany, close to the border of the Netherlands. Kale is by far our national dish. Normally we eat it during winter as Kale needs to get frost.The frost will turn the starch into sugar. As Kale can be bitter, the sweetness takes away the bitterness. Some people would also add sugar to Kale once its cooked. You serve kale with spuds and smoked sausages or a sort of smoked gammon steak (Kassler, very german). Kale is very popular in north Germany, but also England of all places. I love Kale so much, I eat it all year round. Again, thank you for your channel.

[@almostjane1754]

Hello Hanno! My mother's family is totally German on both sides - my cousins have traced our ancestry back to Germany in 1600s - my great grandfather came to the US from a town on the Dutch border called Bocholt in 1854 - & I grew up eating many German dishes. We had kale all the time too - and that's back in the 50s & 60s when kale as a vegetable was largely unknown here. Your comment made me remember all the good recipes my aunts & grandmothers made with kale. Thanks for posting it & stay safe & well!! 🇺🇸🇩🇪

[@bertajay]

Hello, Hanno from Germany. So excited to hear from you. So tell me, the best time to plant kale is when? I'd love to try planting some. It is a joy for me to know that l reach people all over the world...so glad YOU discovered me. 👍🏽🥬❤ Thank you for you message.

[@buzzyanderson4131]

Thanks Berta

[@bl8388]

Thank you for the easier version of freezing them.

[@claudieb]

Frozen green rocks! Thanks for sharing these tips! 😃

[@virginiahughes488]

I love, love, love kale and collards, and recently purchased 32 ounces of these beautiful and plentiful greens. I was trying to come up with an easy way to freeze without going the par-boil route, you read my thoughts . Now I can hardly wait to try your method on my next purchase. Fantastic presentation sister love you. Frozen greens rock.

[@sherryseher7736]

Frozen greens rock and so do you ! I wish you lived next door !

[@maggie2936-q1m]

Frozen Greens Rock! 🥬 I always watch until the end because the music is light hearted and I enjoy it. I love how you have your kale in jars around your kitchen. I know that’s how it should be stored in the refrigerator. But it also gave me some ideas for my next flower arrangement. 😊🌺

[@bertajay]

Sorry, for the delay in replying to your comment. Thanks so much for this. Glad I could help you. That is always my goal. 🥬🥬

[@sherrychao784]

Just found your channel yesterday and I already like you a lot. Sensible and simple instructions for those of us who never really learned how to master the kitchen. Thank you!

[@celinem1338]

Hello Bertha Jay! I just discovered your channel and trust me when I say you made my day so much better with your positive and loving energy! Thank you SO much❤️

[@bertajay]

Oh, Celine...you are so welcome. Forgive me for the delay in replying. I really love what I do with my channel. I just share what I know with who I am. I am always working on me and wanted to have others join in my journey to better health. I appreciate your comments. They have truly humbled me. 😊👍🏾 🥬

[@sism414]

Freezen Greens Rock. I love your videos, they are quick and to the point. please continue making them, I am learning so much. GOD BLESS YOU

[@bertajay]

Thanks so much, sis. I do enjoy what l do on my channel. I am so glad that you do too. I really appreciate your comments. Have a peace-filled day. 🥬👍🏽😊

[@pambecker3238]

Frozen greens rock ❤🎉

[@yolandadunmore104]

Frozen greens rock and so do YOU!!! Excellent video as always.😘

[@JeanetteMcGowan-gg5xc]

Frozen Greens Rock!!! Thank you sooo much! I literally had a pot of hot water on the stove boiling, and I was about to prepare my ice baths. Then I saw this, and I turned off the stove! I love working smarter, not harder like you! I have a 18 month old, and if I can save time in the kitchen, I'm all for it ❤ Peace & blessings to you! 😊

[@rz4128]

Frozen greens rock and so do you!!!

[@tamsondarland8951]

I love Fresh Greens in salads, soups, smoothies and casseroles. Thank you so much for showing how to freeze options for freezing Fresh Greens. I love your wonderful videos they are so helpful. Love Tamson 😇💚

[@pennywarf4527]

Frozen Greens Rock!! 🥬🥬🥬 Thank you❤

[@pamelazack187]

Frozen greens rock! 🤗

[@capyboppy]

Frozen greens rock; so does Berta Jay.

[@JJamiah]

Frozen Greens Rock and so do YOU!

[@beth8894]

Perfect timing for your video! I was just going out to my garden today where my kale and collards are in abundance. Now I know how to easily and quickly get them in the freezer so they don't go to waste, thank you!

[@bertajay]

Oh my, Beth!! I am so excited about that! I enjoy teaching what works because l've done it. I am so thankful you learned something useful. YAY! 🥬❤

[@1mamakuh]

Frozen 🥶 Greens 🥬 Rock 🪨! Yass and thank you Berta Jay! I just purchased 8 lbs of turnip greens from the farmers market with the intention of freezing them and now I have a quick simple way to do it in addition to blanching them! I think I’ll subscribe and find out what other great tips you’ve shared. Love ❤️ from St. Louis, MO!

[@bertajay]

St. Louis blanche! Thanks so much for sharing. 🥬😊

[@ladyshay4323]

FROZEN GREENS ROCK! And Thank you.

[@atiliamooring9421]

Subscribed just because of the moment of silence as u said "AFTER U WASH IT; YES!!" No music, JUST THE WORDS. I LOVE IT!! 🥰😍😍

[@margas4673]

🎉 love this method with a little time in freezer and less time preparing with same end result...Marvelous

[@geraldineclark3438]

Thanks for sharing your video. That's great to know I can freeze collards and kale. They're my favorite greens. FROZEN GREENS ROCK!!

[@shannonreynolds8441]

Frozen greens rock 🥰❤️

[@Msfruity44]

Thank you Ms. Berta!💖

[@bertajay]

You're so welcome. Glad I could help you. 🥬😊

[@sharyn208]

Hey Berta, I’m with you - wash it Slice it & Freeze it! Frozen greens do rock. Have a Blessed week.

[@lindaa2437]

Thank you. I suspected one could wash, dry & freeze kale leaves in ziplock bags. Thanks for confirming that my instincts were correct.

[@anahidkassabian4471]

Hello, Berta, dear friend. Frozen greens do indeed rock! I always keep some spinach in my freezer, but this is a much better way of a) having a variety of greens, and b) having organic, locally grown produce in my freezer. So THANK YOU! This is a real help. And, as always, you made my day lighter 😄

[@naomihukes8283]

Hey Berta Jay, thanks, I was needing this, very easy and not much work. If I'm going to eat healthy (plant based) I want it to be easy. Now I'm going to check out the kale chips.

[@sa7828]

I love your smile and energy! Thank you for the tips!

[@DaisyDebs]

Love you ! 💚You are a star ! ⭐ I'm going to freeze up my cabbage and kale 🥬🥬🥬🥬⭐Frozen greens rock !!! 🤣

[@FrankWilson-c4l]

So grateful from a mama of 8❤

[@sammyelliott5554]

Love this video. I have so much kale from the garden. I do not know what to do with it. Now I know. you have a great teaching voice and manner. Thanks

[@ginad3655]

Frozen Greens do Rock Berta Jay! LOL Love your videos

[@JudiintheKitchen]

I love your approach! You seem like such a happy lady! More power to you :)

[@bertajay]

Thanks for your encouraging words, JudintheKitchen. I am just being me. But I am so grateful it blesses you. ☺

[@josephplacek9742]

Thank you so much Berta. I absolutely knew you could freeze, flash freeze,Kale space without blanching. But your video is the first video that I found that actually confirmed it

[@IM_Morethan]

Thank you so much Berta Jay that was so helpful. God bless. Frozen greens rock!

[@andhisband]

Frozen greens rock! Hi Berta Jay, Once frozen, how long do the greens stay good? When I worked on navy ships (not a sailor, did work while underway) there were a lot of frozen greens and it only took a couple of weeks before they got slimey and gross. I'm guessing that kale and collards hold up better because they're really tough.

[@ariebradley7944]

Thanks Ms. Berta

[@jenisemcintyre3839]

Great tips Ms. Berta, thank you. Your hair is beautiful.

[@bonnietaylor-williams5112]

Thanks so much for an easier way to store greens.

[@hollisbourne-frye714]

Thank you so much for the video! So helpful and I’m now curious on what else you can teach me. I’m a subscriber. Please add more videos for “can you freeze it” I’m trying to have fresh food and make the most out of my money as well. 🙏🏼

[@bertajay]

WELCOME, Welcome, welcome to my channel, Hollis! So thankful you became a subscriber. I have a few other videos on the "Can you freeze it?" series. 😊

[@vavaspen]

Frozen Greens Rock!!! Best video ever about freezing greens!!! Thank you!!

[@BarbaraFaison]

Frozen greens 🥬 Rock...and so do you and Evan❤️😘❤️. I have been just putting mine in a bag and using them clumped together when I need them. This was very helpful. Thank you!🙌🏾👍🏾👏🏽😘❤️

[@bertajay]

It's nice to see all the people from the Troup, who watch me to the end of the video. That was totally Evan's idea. I really liked it, too. I look forward to hearing from YOU, Barbara. Thanks for sharing. 🥬👍🏽❤

[@BarbaraFaison]

You all are a great team! 😘❤️🙌🏾

[@cathypayton4804]

Love the video. Can I can my collards after I’ve frozen them. I don’t get enough at one time.

[@bertajay]

I really do not know, cathy. I don't know much about canning...so sorry 😟

[@almostjane1754]

Berta - is there an advantage to blanching the kale, collards or whatever BEFORE freezing them? If not, I think you have the right idea - LESS WORK TO DO! Unless the greens are somehow better to use after being blanched, I say - just freeze 'em!! PS - FROZEN GREENS ROCK! Have a great week & stay safe & well!! ❤️🥕❤️

[@feliciafinney2380]

I'm new to your channel and I subscribed. I love what I seen. Thank you for this information💜 FROZEN GREENS ROCK💃🏾

[@Im4realtryme]

Frozen Greens Rock! Just came across your video and it's just what I was looking for.

[@tonideleeuw2643]

Frozen greens rock!!!

[@walkeren]

Frozen greens ROCK! Just like you Berta Jay!😁

[@lorettawade8745]

Frozen greens rock❤️🙏🏻😇🤓

[@arlenemcelwee5297]

You have taught me something new you have put my boots on thank you I will be trying your method have a good day and keep giving

[@Giraffe53846]

Thank you so much! Mine kept going bad! 🤦🏻‍♀️ ❤

[@julieannr3623]

Frozen greens rock! So does your pea salad recipe! I made it and tagged you on Instagram yesterday. 💚

[@vqjohnston1]

Frozen greens rocks! 😋 I love your helpful tips 💕 recently joined and enjoy happy positive personality

[@conniecarr3185]

FROZEN GREENS ROCK!! Hey hey Berta Jay, I cut my collards the same way you do but have always wanted if I could freeze them.. thanks for another great video.. :)

[@bertajay]

Hey, hey Connie. Your comment made me smile so widely😁 because l always hope that whatever l share will help one of my troups...glad that was you today.❤

[@zynsoloris4925]

Just bought a bunch of kale from the farmers market and just about to try it, helpful video

[@bertajay]

So glad you found this video helpful, Zyn. Thank you so much for your comments. 😌🥬

[@maryannward5278]

Thank you Ms. Berta watching from the Bahamas. I learn a lot how to freeze my greens. I grow a lotes of Callaloo, Kale, Collards greens so now I know how to freeze them thank you so much it is very easy.

[@brucebraddock]

I do my green beans the same way and they taste incredible. If I could do green beans that way I knew I should be able to do Chard!

[@jeanettejarvis9669]

thank you so much i dint think I had to do all that other stuff and I love your straight to the point thank you

[@leetorres5863]

Frozen greens rock!! Thank you for the video it helped. ❤❤❤

[@kellyanne1307]

Frozen geen rock! I've scheduled your video to share on Explore Suburaban Homesteading group. Thanks. Great info!

[@MS4323]

You're so smart. Great way to freeze greens. SOn's getting fancy shooting greens in the sink. Love your hair.

[@RosalynSmiley]

Frozen Greens Rock!!!! , Thanx a million Ms Berta Jay🥰 & Have a Happy Thanksgiving to U , Ur Family and all ur Subscribers

[@kate1761]

So happy to have found you Berta Jay! A perfectly simple way to put up Greens! I am so glad to learn that I dont have to blanche! Its just tooo hot this summer to fire up the stove!

[@abbeysomething1352]

I have a lot of mustard coming in, I wash and then parboil ~transfer to bowl sitting in a sink of ice water ~ as soon as they are cooled enough to not melt the bag, 😝 freeze. Take it out of freezer and my cast iron skillets are ready to make magic😎 this will be great for spinach!

[@lynngemmel7842]

You have just made my day, ma’am!! Thank you!

[@joem6859]

frozen greens rock, and so do you!!

[@sharonthomas8714]

Thanks, Berta! Very useful. Frozen Green, Rock!!

[@deborahthompson5041]

Thank you for your knowledge. I have kale and collards. I will be freezing them. Good video.

[@jillbarron4405]

love your videos...just put a tray of collards in the freezer.....

[@roki5337]

Thank you for this video I'm grateful. I buy collards and kales for thanksgiving but they have the best prices. I bought a bushel this year so this helps. I'll be canning some as well. Frozen collards rock

[@carolynkeierleber2245]

Frozen greens rock!

[@poolmaincool]

Very helpful. Love your channel thanks

[@dminer11]

Perfect. Thank you. Doing that today

[@bertajay]

You're welcome, Denise.

[@mikebraun6162]

Thanks for a very helpful video. You have a great presentation style. So relatable.

[@lulamamie8524]

Thank You soooo much Miss Berta! This is a perfect way to store greens for soup! I am making soup tomorrow and it would be nice to go to my freezer for fresh frozen greens 🥬 I will definitely be doing this for future soup recipes 🥳❤️ Thank You 😊 😘

[@bertajay]

I am so thankful to hear that, Lula. This is such a simple way to store greens for use later. I do hope your soup tastes wonderful😊❤🥬

[@a787fxr]

Hey, I like less work and will try this. Thanks. !:- ) edited to add: frozen greens rock!

[@tabathal9100]

Thank you I just picked fresh collards . Blessings

[@seritataylor8068]

Thank you! Short and sweet.

[@Finderoflostthings08]

Frozen Greens Rock! I am just getting into using a vacuum sealer and want to freeze the kale. I'm with you, less work is better! Your wash, cut freeze works for me! I do know some veges need blanching but would rather not! Thanks!!!😀😀😀

[@MsEgyptianBeauty]

Quick, easy and direct. You got a new subbie 😍. Thank you. Frozen greens rock ❤️

[@bertajay]

WELCOME, Welcome, welcome, to my channel. Now you are officially in my Troup! Here’s your title because you joined: Berta Jay Trouper. Here’s the video you can watch when you get the chance so you will know how I came up with that name for you: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mJbNlphrl9idrZo Thanks for the support and kind words, MsEgyptianBeauty!

[@terryvictor1]

Frozen Greens Rock!!!

[@edendoodle1267]

Frozen Greens Rock!

[@rosemaryraplar8]

I use the frozen kale (and spinach) in my smoothies along with a banana, frozen ginger, mangoes and lemon juice. 😋

[@bullonu]

Brilliant

[@LashamekaGardner]

You made this so easy ❤

[@lucysomeone3455]

amazing trick. Tried and loved. Looking forward to defrost and see how it goes❤

[@lucysomeone3455]

Now think about it, I won’t defrost, will just toss them in the pan haha

[@jessiandjules]

Thank you for this video! I grow collards and mustard greens for my bearded dragon, and i wanted a way to save the excess that I grow. Every video I've seen involves cooking them somehow, which won't do for my lizard. Now I can give him homegrown greens year round!

[@yvonnetetreault1716]

Frozen Green Rock! Thanks

[@bertajay]

Thanks so much, Yvonne! Have a pleasant day by being kind and thoughtful to others. ❤

[@jackiecrispin]

Excellent 😊