They can be bland, salty, and mushybut only if you dont prepare them correctly.

During our time in quarantine, canned veggies are not only convenient but also readily available.

But theres a reason people dont love them.

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Though some finesse is needed, its not hard to make canned vegetables delicious.

Heres how to make canned vegetables taste good.

How to make canned vegetables taste good

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This step improves the texture and taste of the vegetables right away, she says.

Remember that canned vegetables are already cookedthe goal is to just warm them through, says Booth.

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Use fat like butter or coconut oil to add flavor, along with fresh herbs.

Citrus juice and zest give an extra oomph too.

Best canned vegetables to buy

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Corn

Booth loves cooking with canned baby corn.

Baby corn are super resilient and easy not to over cook, she says.

I throw them into Asian stir fries, simmer them in curries and spicy Thai soups.

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Patel likes using both canned corn kernels and creamed corn to make a casserole.

you’re free to add any greens into the mixture to make is healthier, says Patel.

Patel also enjoys preparing corn with Southwestern spices like ancho chili and smoked paprika.

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Scoop into crunchy lettuce leaves and you have an amazing lunch or dinner!

Carrots

Canned carrots are a wonderful option for purees and soup base, says Patel.

They are naturally sweet and the flavor pairs nicely with earthy spices and fats like butter.

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She likes to prepare them with Indian spices like turmeric, cumin, or coriander.

Booth makes canned carrots with reduction of reduced orange juice, honey and thyme and cold butter.

4.TOMATOES

Okay we know tomatoes are a fruit, but they deserve a spot here.

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