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Prevent freezer burn in 6 steps: wrap, seal and label

Freezer burn is a quality problem caused by air exposure. Good freezer packaging reduces drying and off-flavors.

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USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service

Official source: Prevent freezer burn in 6 steps: wrap, seal and label

Original guidance link card from USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service

USDA FSIS explains that freezer burn alone does not make food unsafe, but dries exposed surfaces. That does not override normal food-safety rules for thawed or spoiled food.

Your try-it-at-home checklist

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1. Check food freshness and package integrity before freezing; do not freeze spoiled food.
2. Use freezer-grade bags or moisture- and vapor-resistant packaging rather than thin general-purpose wrapping for long storage.
3. Portion food into usable amounts; remove excess air without crushing food and seal thoroughly.
4. Label the food and freezing date, and organize portions so older packages are easy to use first.
5. Inspect torn seals and drying spots; keep food consistently frozen and limit unnecessary temperature changes.
6. Trim dry gray-brown freezer-burned areas if desired for quality. Assess thawed or spoiled food under separate safety guidance; do not taste-test questionable food.

Official source: Prevent freezer burn in 6 steps: wrap, seal and label

Your try-it-at-home checklist

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