1. Cut sheet of wrapping material about onethird longer than distance around food to be wrapped. Place wrapping sheet on flat surface wrth food in center of sheet
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.
2. Bring front and back of wrapping together and fold in toward food, makrng at least two one-inch (2.5 cm) folds until food frts tightly against wrapping
*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
3. Crease ends close to food to elrmrnate pockets
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Packaging and sealing food...
Airtight packaging IS Important in freezing foods. Containers and wrappings should be morsture and vapor-proof and packages should be sealed carefully to keep moisture in and arr 4. Press all arr from package twice Make sure fold against end of package
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Fold each end over tight and fasten 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 heavy-duty aluminum freezer foil, kraft paper with cellophane bonded to it, spectal freezer bags, tars, cartons and freezer sealing tape for packaging your food items You�ll find them at the supermarket or freezer dealer. Freezer burn can result if food is not properly wrapped. When this happens, food dehydrates and is of poor quality See booklet, �How to Preserve Foods the Modern Way with Your WHIRLPOOL Freezer,� for complete Information and tips on home freezing.
