Cut the broccoli from the garden while the heads are compact. Remove any leaves and cut into desired portion sizes.

Fill kitchen sink with warm water and add salt. 1 Cup salt to 1 Gallon water. Soak for 30 minutes and remove any bugs.

Drain, rinse, and look again for any bugs that you might have missed. (After this step, the broccoli is ready to enjoy fresh. If you would like to freeze it, continue following the steps below.)

Fill large pot with water and bring to a boil. Add enough broccoli until covered with water. Blanch for 3-4 minutes. 3 minutes for small-medium sections. 4 minutes for large sections.

Immediately remove from water and place in cold water. Add ice if desired to speed up cooling process.

Drain and place in freezer bags, label, and place in freezer.