Vegetable Cooking
Time
In Minutes
Brussel Sprouts, whole
1 – 3
Wash, remove wilted leaves, trim stems
Cabbage, shredded
2 – 3
wedges
3 – 5
Carrots, whole
3 – 4
slices 1/4" (6 mm) thick. Scrape or peel
1 – 2
Cauliflower, whole
6 – 8
florets
1 – 3
Wash, remove outer leaves
Remove discolouration on florets
Celery, whole stalk or pieces
0 – 2
Wash and remove tough fibers
Corn, kernels 3
cobs
4 – 5
Remove husk and silk and wash
Cook cobs on rack
Eggplant, 1" (25 mm) cubes
2 – 3
Wash and cut into cubes.
Cook immediately to prevent discolouration
Greens, (beet greens, collards, kale,
4 – 6
spinach, swiss chard, turnip greens)
Wash thoroughly several times
Remove large veins
Onions, sliced
2 – 3
Parsnips, halved
6 – 8
Wash, peel or scrape
Peas, green
0 – 2
Wash and shell
Potatoes, sliced 1/2" (13 mm)
2 – 3
whole – medium
12 – 15
Wash and scrub or peel
Cook on rack
Potatoes, sweet and yams
8 – 10
half. Scrub and cut in half
Pumpkin, large wedges
8 – 10
Wash, remove seeds and pulp
Rutabagas/Turnips 1/2" (13 mm) slices
3 – 5
Wash, peel and slice
13