FREEZER PACKAGING
Proper packaging is essential for successful freezing. Because solidly frozen
foods lose moisture in the dry 0° to
5“F.
temperature of a freezer, they must
be properly protected by top quality packaging materials that are moisture/
vapor-proof. Freezer tape is used to seal wrappings and for labeling.
Freezer packaging materials
Materials
Uses
Materials
Uses
Cartons with moisture,
Fruits, vegetables,
Laminated paper
Meats
and vapor proof liners
some meats
Heavy-duty foil
Meats, baked goods,
Foil containers
Cooked foods
leftovers
Polyethylene bags
Baked foods, meats
Cellophane
Baked goods,
Glass freezer jars
Juices, fruits, vegetables,
sandwiches,
small
cooked foods
meat cuts
Plastic containers
and
Sauces, fruits, vegetables
boil-in bags
cooked foods
Packaging instructions
Drugstore Wrap
1.
Place food in center
of wrapping paper.
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2.
Bring two parallel
edges
together.
Fold
in lock seam, repeat
until the last fold rests
firmly on food.
as much air as
possible. Seal with
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tape or tie firmly with
heavy string.
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3. Fold ends, excluding
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Butchers’ Wrap
Place food diagonally on one comer of paper. Roll
paper and food together diagonally, folding in extra
material as you roll. Seal with freezer tape.
Cartons
and containers.
Fruits, vegetables and
cooked foods may
be
packaged in freezer
cartons, containers
and jars.
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Aluminum foil.
Place food on
heavy-
duty foil and mold foil
to shape of the food.
Only one thickness is
required. No heat sealing
or taping is necessary.
Labeling containers.
Be sure to label all
containers and packages
with contents and date
that it was placed in the
freezer.
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