Use half the amount of ginger paste if a recipe calls for ground ginger. Keep refrigerated 3 weeks or in the freezer for 6 months.

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups (150 g) fresh ginger root, unpeeled

Preparation

1. Place ginger into the Vitamix container and secure lid.
2. Select Variable 1.
3. Turn machine on and slowly increase speed to Variable 10, then to High.
4. Blend for 45 seconds, using the tamper to press the ginger into the blades.
5. Cover a baking sheet with plastic wrap and place rounded teaspoons 1/2-inch (1.3 cm) apart.
6. Freeze until solid and store in plastic bag.