Best Way to Freeze Celery
Properly frozen, blanched celery stays good for about 10 to 12 months. Unblanched? It’s still safe to eat, but the flavor and texture degrade faster—aim for 3 to 4 months max. After that, it’s not dangerous, but it’ll taste like a cardboard version of its former self. You deserve better.
The Best Way to Freeze Celery Without Ruining It
And here’s a funny thing: frozen celery smells like fresh celery when you thaw it. But it will never crunch again. So if you’re making a Bloody Mary (you wild thing), use fresh. If you’re making chicken soup, dump in that frozen bag with pride. It’s your little frozen hack.