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Freezing Food in Individual Servings

"Can I freeze it?" is a question oftenshould be the same as what you want to
asked in our homes, and for good reason.use when taking them out of the freezer.
Preparing double or triple recipes andFor example, if you are freezing
freezing portions for later use is notsomething like spaghetti or pasta for
only time-saving, but economical asschool or work lunches, choose a
well. Here is a smart freezing tip tocontainer that will fit into the lunch
help you keep food safe and nutritious.bag or lunch box so that you can easily
After your food has been prepared, orremove the container from the freezer
after a meal where you have left overand go.
food, divide the food into individualMake sure the food container can seal
servings so that it freezes and thawsout the air and protect the food from
quickly and evenly. Freshly cooked foodsfreezer burn or collecting ice on it in
should be allowed to cool to roomorder to preserve the "just-cooked"
temperature before preparing them fortastes and textures. There are many
freezing. Putting still-hot foods intotypes of food containers or wrapping
the freezer can cause partially frozenavailable in your grocery store that are
foods to thaw or raise them to roomdesigned for freezer use.
temperature which could cause spoilingThis simple tip can easily save you time
or alter the taste or texture of theand money for just a few minutes of
food.preparation. Enjoy!
The portions you divide the food into



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