Freezing food to prevent waste
The freezer is the most effective tool in your home for preventing food waste, when you use it systematically. Many people freeze food too late or forget bags at the bottom of the freezer. This guide helps you freeze the right foods at the right time – and actually use them.
You will need
- Freezer containers and bags
- A marker or labels
- A freezer set to -18 °C or colder
- A list of what is in the freezer
Steps
Check the freezer temperature
The freezer should be at -18 degrees or colder. Defrost it if the ice is more than half a centimetre thick.
Freeze in good time
Know what freezes well
Pack airtight
Freeze in portions
Label the contents and date
Keep a list
Thaw safely
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