Label your bag with the date. You’ll think you’ll remember, but you won’t. Trust me on this one. Use a permanent marker and write “Butter Beans – July” so future you isn’t guessing.
You can keep them for about 8 to 12 months, but honestly, they’ll probably be gone long before that. Once you taste how fresh they are, you’ll find any excuse to use them. It’s a small, satisfying victory over waste and a little gift to your future self.
So next time you see a lovely pile of fresh butter beans, don’t hesitate. Buy them with confidence. Give them that quick spa treatment and tuck them into the freezer. You’ll be so glad you did. Happy freezing!
