Freezing food in your freezer
To wrap foods...
When freezer has cooled to a safe storage temperature, It may be loaded with frozen food.
When you plan to freeze unfrozen food, see the following chart for the amount to freeze at one time.
*These amounts are based on USDA recommend datrons If toe many packages of unfrozen food are packed ut one time into the freezer, the rate of freezrng IS+oo slow Poor quality products result
1.Cut sheet of wrapping material about one- third longer than distance around food to be wrapped. Place wrapping sheet on flat sur- face wrth food in center of sheet
2.Bring front and back of wrapping together and fold in toward food, makrng at least two
3.Crease ends close to food to elrmrnate air pockets
Packaging and sealing food...
Airtight packaging IS Important in freezing foods. Containers and wrappings should be morsture and
out
Freezer burn can result if food is not properly wrapped. When this happens, food dehydrates and is of poor quality
4.Press all arr from package Fold each end over twice Make sure fold IS tight and fasten against end of package with freezer tape
NOTE: When packaging meats that have not been boned, pad sharp edges with extra wrap or use stockinette to protect against tearrng or puncturing.
Use
See booklet, “How to Preserve Foods the Modern Way with Your WHIRLPOOL Freezer,” for complete Information and tips on home freezing.
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