The best way to store food for a long time is to freeze them.

But did you know there is a right way to freeze food?

Placing them in containers might not be the best option.

The Best Way to Freeze Food

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This storing trick usesfreezer bagsinstead of plastic containers.

There are more benefits to using the freeze-flat method.

Keep on reading to know the other benefits and the proper way to do it.

How to Freeze Ground Meat and Stews (1)

It also melts twice as fast compared to storing them in containers.

Specifically use freezer bags, as regular ones are air permeable.

Take the bag and flip the lip over, then transfer your food directly to it.

How to Freeze Liquids

Wash your hands after handling raw meat.

Zip it up almost but not quite all the way.

Once you get to the top corner, all the air is out, seal the bag.

The Best Way to Freeze Food

Spread the meat out until you get an even nice layer.

Label it and its ready for freezing.

How to Freeze Liquids

For liquids, you are going through the same process.

Flip the lip upside down and pour the soup.

Seal it almost all the way.

Starting from the bottom right corner start using the air out.

How to Defrost Food

Defrost your food by transferring it to the refrigerator for the night.

The Best Way to Freeze Food