How to use the freezer (VIDEO)

The freezer is used to store food at very low temperatures (usually around -18 ° C), almost completely slowing down the activity of bacteria and mold.

Here are the main rules for using it:

1. Freeze fresh, well-packaged foods
   • Use freezer bags or airtight containers.
   • Remove as much air as possible from the packages.
2. Do not put hot food on
   • Let them cool first at room temperature for a reasonable amount of time, then transfer them to the freezer.
   • Placing very hot foods in the refrigerator increases the internal temperature and can compromise other foods.
3. Label your foods
   • Write the date and contents on the package.
   • Even when frozen, foods retain their quality for limited periods.
4. Don't overfill it
   • Cold air must be able to circulate between the foods.
5. Defrosted correctly
   • Preferably in the refrigerator.
   • Alternatively, use the microwave with the defrost function or cook some frozen foods directly.
6. Avoid refreezing thawed foods
   • If they have been completely thawed and kept at room temperature, it is best not to refreeze them.
   • If they have been defrosted in the refrigerator and are still cold, in some cases they can be refrozen, but the quality may decrease.

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