Sarasota's Frozen Vegetable Seasoning Mix Recipe

"Don't laugh, because this is so easy. But, I admit that I am one of those people who have bought those bags of frozen seasoning blend; which is a mix of onions, red and green bell pepper, and celery. Many times, especially since I am single, but, even if you aren't - you many only need 1-2 tablespoons of onion, celery or bell peppers; and I just hate to cut such a small amount up. Now, I don't use this for fresh (in salads or salsa,etc.); but to use in a sauce, stuffing, sauteed vegetables, soups, etc; this is great to have on hand. Obviously, the celery and the peppers become softer, but for the purpose I am making this for; they will be cooked anyways, and they work perfectly. And you can also customize it to your liking. I use this all the time. Now, I usually make 2 batches; 1 with Italian seasoning, and the other without. So, next time you need a little onion or mix of peppers and celery; this is a great "go to" solution. This is my ratio that I use; but, if you like more onions and less peppers, just adjust it according to what you like."

Original is 24 servings

Metric US

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Ingredients

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2 large onions, fine diced (I use a yellow onion)
2 medium celery ribs, fine diced
1/2 small red bell pepper, fine diced

1/2 small green bell pepper, fine diced
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning (optional)

Nutritional

Serving Size: 1 (17.2 g)
Calories 6
Total Fat - 0 g
Saturated Fat - 0 g
Cholesterol - 0 mg
Sodium - 3.4 mg
Total Carbohydrate - 1.4 g
Dietary Fiber - 0.3 g
Sugars - 0.6 g
Protein - 0.2 g
Calcium - 4.7 mg
Iron - 0.1 mg
Vitamin C - 2.2 mg
Thiamin - 0 mg

Step by Step Method

Step 1

Note: You can use a mix of red, green, yellow, and orange peppers. Use what your local market has on sale.

Step 2

Dice all your vegetables very fine (approximately the same size), then lay flat on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, cover with saran wrap and freeze. Once frozen, you can add the seasoning; or you can leave it plain. I usually transfer to 2 ziploc bags; 1 seasoned, and 1 not. You can also use a vacuum sealed bag or even a tupperware type of container. They will last a good 3-4 months. Mine never lasts that long. ENJOY!