Freezing Vegetables - Freeze only fresh high- quality vege?ables picked when barely mature. or best results, freeze no more than 2 to 3 hours lfter picking. Wash in cold water, sort and cut into appropriate sizes. Blanch or scald. Pack in recom- nended container and freeze.

Do not freeze lettuce, celery, carrot sticks, pota- oes or fresh tomatoes. All will become limp or nushy. Tomatoes will collapse when thawed.

Freezing Meats-Themeat you thaw con only )e as good as the meat you freeze. “Drugstore” vrap in meal-size packages. Flat cuts or patties hould be wrapped individually or in layers sepa- ated by a double thickness of freezer wrap.

Make sure store wrappings are moisture and va- lor proof. If not, re-wrap meats with one of the vlraps recommended under “Packaging”.

Freezing Cooked Food-Prepare cooked foods as you would for the table; shorten cooking time10 to15 minutes toallowfor additional cooking during reheating. Omit seasonings and part of the liquid. Plan to add them at reheating time. Pota- toes should also be added to soup and stew at heating time. Add crumb and cheese toppings at heating time.

Cool as rapidly as possible and freeze at once. Liquid or semi-liquid dishes may be frozen in rec- ommended containers with head-space. Casser- oles and other more solid foods may be frozen in the baking container. If you don’t want to leave your casserole dish in the freezer, line it with foil. Bake, cool, freeze, lift out the foil package. bag it and return to freezer.

Freezlng Baked Goods-Wrap baked breads

in recommended material. Thaw in wrapping. Un- baked yeast breads can be frozen after the first rising. Punch down, wrap and freeze.

Bake cookies as usual. Cool and freeze on trays,

then pack in recommended freezer bags or car- tons. Unbaked cookies may be dropped, molded cx rolled and frozen on cookie trays. Store in bag 01 carton; bake without thawing. Refrigerator-type cookies can be wrapped and frozen in roll form. Thaw only enough to slice when ready to bake.

Fruit pies ore best frozen unbaked. Bake without thawing. Bake pecan and similar pies before freezing...rich fillings do not freeze solid. Cut steam vents in top crusts when ready to bake.

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ET20VK, ET20XK specifications

The Whirlpool ET20XK and ET20VK are popular models in the family of top-freezer refrigerators that combine functionality with classic design, making them an excellent choice for households seeking reliable cooling and food preservation solutions. Both models feature a generous capacity that is ideal for storing fresh produce, beverages, frozen foods, and leftovers, catering to the needs of busy families.

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The ET20XK and ET20VK models come with a separate freezer compartment that provides ample space for ice, frozen meals, and other items. The freezer includes a convenient sliding wire shelf, which adds flexibility and accessibility. Furthermore, the use of energy-efficient technologies ensures these refrigerators not only keep food fresh but also help manage energy consumption, leading to lower utility bills.

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In summary, the Whirlpool ET20XK and ET20VK refrigerators are engineered for efficiency, user convenience, and modern aesthetics. With ample storage, adjustable features, and energy-saving technologies, they represent a solid investment for any household in need of an effective and dependable refrigeration solution.
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