How to Freeze Using Reynolds Freezer Paper
If you've ever tasted frozen food that has been exposed to air in the freezer, you know that freezer burn ruins the flavor and texture of your food. Freezer paper is designed to seal in moisture and prevent freezer burn. When wrapped properly, freezer paper creates an airtight barrier, keeping food fresh while keeping out the dry air from the freezer. When frozen foods are exposed to dry air, moisture is whisked away from the food and frost forms or freezer burn occurs. Evelyn Crayton, a food and nutrition specialist from the Alabama Cooperative Extension explains that material for freezing should be airtight and moisture resistant. Does this Spark an idea?
Instructions
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Cut a section of Reynolds freezer paper large enough to wrap the food. Allow 4 inches of extra paper in both width and length to ensure you have enough paper to wrap the food securely.
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Lay the freezer paper dull side down on a solid surface, such as a countertop or table. The shiny, waxed surface should be facing up. The waxed surface creates a moisture-proof barrier and prevents the food from drying out during freezing.
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Center the food on the paper. Beginning with the sides, bring the paper over the top of the food. Align the edges over the top of the food and fold the edges together in a 1-inch fold.
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Crease the fold with your hands. Repeat the procedure folding the paper several times until it fits snugly against the food.
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Turn the food over so the seam faces downward. Fold the ends in several folds until they fit snugly against the food as recommended by Reynolds. Use your hands to smooth the paper and remove air as you fold.
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Tape with freezer tape and label the package. Add both the name of the food and the freezing date for easy identification.
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Check the freezer temperature and adjust to between 0 and 2 degrees Fahrenheit.
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Place food on the lowest rack in the freezer for quick freezing. The University of Illinois recommends freezing food in a single layer and notes that food may be stacked in the upper portion of the freezer once frozen.
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