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
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