Every year, American households throw away hundreds or thousands of dollars worth of food. Most of us try to buy only enough food that we can eat during the week, but we still end up with leftovers and spoiled produce that end up in the trash. This is an unnecessary waste of not only money…
Eating healthy is very important to me. When I was younger, I used to eat all kinds of junk food, and I just didn’t care what I put into my body. I was overweight and out of shape until I finally decided to do something about it. Now, I make sure to eat only fresh…
I’ve always loved using vacuum sealers for their many benefits. Over the years, I’ve also experimented with the process so I can discover the facts for myself. I’ve found, for example, that it’s not really a good idea to vacuum seal some types of food. These include soft cheese, mushrooms, and cruciferous veggies like horseradish,…
I must confess that when I first got my first vacuum sealer, it was to seal meat in bags. I had grown tired of buying meat piecemeal at retail prices, you see. And then I didn’t particularly care for meat that has suffered freezer burn. That all changed with my first vacuum sealer. Suddenly, I…
Storing meat in a vacuum sealed bag is the best way to keep the meat fresh. You can just seal the meat up and store in a cooler or freezer. The great thing about a vacuum sealed bag is that the air seals up the meat without leaving any inside the bag. Ziploc bags have a tendency…