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Freezing foods
For proper storage and freezing, fruit and vegetables should be packed in
portions of not more than 1 kg and meat and fish up to a max. of 2kg. Small
packages of food freeze more quickly, giving better conservation of their
nutrients and flavour, even after thawing and preparation.
Use only freezer bags, aluminium film, food-approved polyethylene film and
freezer containers. Do not use paper bags, non food-approved cellophane
bags, shopping bags or used freezer bags.
Pack foods in airtight packs and try to expel all the air. If using bags, close
the packs with the elastic bands or plastic-coated wire strips provided.
Always cool hot foods to room temperature before placing them in the
freezer and do not allow frozen foods to touch fresh foods for freezing.
Always mark packs with the date of freezing, quantity and type of food and
make sure that foods are fresh and in good condition.
Storing frozen foods
When purchasing frozen foods, always take care that the pack is not
damaged, that the product is not past its sell-by date and that the
thermometer of the freezer in which the products are displayed for sale does
not show a temperature above -18°C. Also note the temperature advice,
storage period and modes of consumption stated by the producer.
Purchased foods should also be protected using suitable insulated
containers during transportation to eliminate the risk of thawing. An increase
in temperature might reduce their storage life and adversely affect their
quality.
Do not purchase frozen foods which are carrying too much frost; they might
already have been thawed.
Thawing frozen foods
Partially thawed foods should be eaten as soon as possible. Low
temperatures preserve foods but they do not destroy the micro-organisms
which are activated after thawing, which may cause the stored foods to
deteriorate. If thawed foods smell and look normal, they can be cooked
and if required re-frozen once they have cooled.
Depending on their type and intended use, frozen foods can be thawed
correctly at room temperature, in the refrigerator, in an electric oven
(conventional or fan), or in a microwave oven using the relevant function.
Making ice-cubes
Fill the tray provided 2/3 full of water or any other liquid you wish to freeze.
Place it in the freezer compartment, making sure that its bottom is dry so that it
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