{"title":"Crystal Schmidt","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the Crystal Schmidt collection, where culinary expertise meets practical innovation. Crystal Schmidt is a renowned author celebrated for her engaging and accessible approach to food preservation and cooking. If you're keen on discovering remarkable ways to extend the life of fresh produce and savour seasonal flavours year-round, this collection is a treasure trove of knowledge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong her popular works is \u003cem\u003eFreeze Fresh\u003c\/em\u003e, a must-have guide for anyone interested in freezing fruits, vegetables, and herbs to enjoy them at their peak of freshness. Schmidt offers clear, step-by-step instructions that provide both beginners and seasoned cooks with the confidence to transform their kitchens into hubs of sustainability and flavour preservation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith Crystal Schmidt's books, you'll embark on a culinary journey that enhances your kitchen skills while promoting a waste-free lifestyle. Dive into her expertly crafted guides and discover the joy of cooking with preserved ingredients, tailored to both contemporary tastes and traditional methods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore the world of cooking and food preservation with Crystal Schmidt's ingenious techniques, and unlock the potential of your pantry today!\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"freeze-fresh-by-crystal-schmidt-9781635864472","title":"Freeze Fresh","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCapturing the peak flavour of freshly harvested produce and preserving it for year-round eating is easier than ever with \u003cem\u003eFreeze Fresh\u003c\/em\u003e, the ultimate guide to freezing and enjoying more than 55 popular fruits and vegetables.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAuthor Crystal Schmidt shares her time-tested preparation techniques that ensure colour, texture, and flavour are retained in the freezer. From familiar favourites like apples, corn, potatoes, and peas to surprises like lettuce, avocado, and citrus fruit, Schmidt details the best ways to prepare each food for the freezer, including pre-cooking, slicing, blanching, and more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eShe offers more than 100 recipes that freeze well, such as Blueberry Maple Pancake Sauce, Pickled Sliced Beets, Mango Chutney, and Honey Butter Carrot Mash—as well as delicious ways to cook the frozen food after thawing, including Creamy Parmesan Confetti Corn, Tart Cherry Oatmeal Bars, Broccoli Cheese Soup, and Blueberry-Matcha Latte Smoothie.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHome cooks and gardeners alike will love discovering how easy and economical it can be to fill your freezer with produce customised to your own tastes and needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46998137635052,"sku":"9781635864472","price":39.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/11806423482770.jpg?v=1763208947"},{"product_id":"freeze-fresh-meal-prep-by-crystal-schmidt-9781635868432","title":"Freeze Fresh Meal Prep","description":"\u003cb\u003eThe answer to the question, \"What's for dinner?\" is in the freezer! Crystal Schmidt, best-selling author of \u003ci\u003eFreeze Fresh,\u003c\/i\u003e offers a unique approach to meal prep, with 160 recipes for complete meals as well as meal starters-dishes that can be partially prepared and frozen, then combined with pantry ingredients to make a complete meal.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eUsing garden fresh vegetables and fruits, Schmidt offers original recipes for soup starters, sauces and dips, side dishes, beverage starters, baked goods, frozen treats, pie or cobbler fillings, and freezer jams. Going well beyond the idea of simply pulling a casserole out of the freezer to thaw for dinner, \u003ci\u003eFreeze Fresh Meal Prep \u003c\/i\u003egives home cooks the tools and flexibility they need to make a delicious, fresh meal-breakfast, lunch, or dinner-in a pinch. Because she's a serious gardener, Schmidt treats meal prep as a way to preserve the bounty from her vegetable garden, and includes a separate index that organizes recipes by fruit or vegetable type. 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