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    Do I need to put the broccoli in ice if I'm just using it for a muffin recipe?
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    Yes. The blanching halts the cooking process; if you don't, the broccoli may end up overcooked.
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    Does the broccoli have to be dry before I freeze it?
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    Yes. Any water will crystallize and lead to freezer burn. The flavor will suffer.
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    Do I need to blanch broccoli if using it to dip?
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    It's not necessary, you can eat broccoli raw. Just make sure you wash it very well and cut it into pieces that are small enough for 1-2 bites.
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    Is there a benefit to blanching a vegetable?
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    Higher percentage of vitamin C retention than cooking in water. Also helps retain color when freezing.
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    Does it matter if I forgot to put salt in to blanch broccoli?
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    No. As stated in the information, adding salt has the benefit of adding simple seasoning to the food as well as increasing chance of even cooking but it is not essential.
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    Why is it called blanching? Blanche means “white” or “to whiten”, which does not happen to the vegetables during the process, so why call it blanching?
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    "Blanch" means to soften by boiling in water. It can also mean to take the color out of something. However, the process does not necessarily cause food to lose its color. "Blanche" is a girl's name and means "white" in French.
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