Storing frozen food

The freezer section is designed for storing commercially frozen food and for freezing food at home.

NOTE: For further information about preparing food for freezing or food storage times, check a freezer guide or reliable cookbook.

Packaging

Successful freezing depends on the correct packaging. When you close and seal the package you must not allow air or moisture in or out. If you do, you could have food odor and taste transfer throughout the refrigerator, and also dry out frozen food.

Packaging recommendations:

Rigid plastic containers with tight-fitting lids

Straight-sided canning/freezing jars

Heavy-duty aluminum foil

Plastic-coated paper

Non-permeable plastic wraps (made from saran film)

Specified freezer self-sealing plastic bags

Follow package or container instructions for proper freezing methods.

Do not use:

Bread wrappers

Non-polyethylene plastic containers

Containers without tight lids

Wax paper or wax-coated freezer wrap

Thin, semi-permeable wrap

Freezing

Your freezer will not quick-freeze any large quantity of food. Put no more unfrozen food into the freezer than will freeze within 24 hours (about 2 to 3 lbs of food per cubic foot [907-1,350 g per liter] of freezer space). Leave enough space in the freezer for air to circulate around packages. Also leave enough room at the front so the door can close tightly.

Storage times vary according to the quality and type of food, the type of packaging used (airtight and moisture-proof), and the storage temperature. Ice crystals inside a sealed package are normal.

It means that moisture in the food and air inside the package have condensed, creating ice crystals.

NOTE: Allow hot foods to cool at room temperature for 30 minutes, then package and freeze. Cooling hot foods before freezing saves energy.

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KitchenAid 2006136 manual Storing frozen food, Freezing, Packaging recommendations, Do not use

2006136 specifications

The KitchenAid 2006136 is a high-performance stand mixer that embodies versatility and efficiency, making it a beloved tool among home chefs and baking enthusiasts. With a sleek design and robust construction, this mixer combines style and functionality, which makes it a staple in modern kitchens.

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The 2006136 comes with a 5-quart stainless steel mixing bowl, which is both durable and easy to clean. The bowl is large enough to accommodate most recipes, making it ideal for baking bread, cookies, and cakes. Its ergonomic handle allows for a comfortable grip, while the clear, flat base prevents the bowl from tipping during operation.

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The KitchenAid 2006136 also boasts a wide array of attachments that can be used to expand its functionality. These attachments include a flat beater, dough hook, and wire whip, all designed to tackle various mixing tasks. Additionally, the mixing head is compatible with more than 10 optional attachments, such as pasta makers, food grinders, and vegetable slicers, making it a true multitasker in the kitchen.

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