T H E F O O D S A V E R U S E R M A N U A L
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Food Preparation and Storage Guide
T H E F O O D S A V E R U S E R M A N U A L
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Where to
Vacuum
Normal Storage
P
R E PA R E D
L
I Q U I D S
Store
Packaged
Life
(without
Storage Life
vacuum packaging)
Soups, Stews, Sauces,
Other liquids
Freezer
1 to 2 years
3 to 6 months
Preparation Guidelines for Prepared Liquids:
To vacuum package liquids for freezer
storage, pre-freeze them first in a
casserole or loaf pan until they are
solid. Remove from the pan and
vacuum package in a FoodSaver
Bag. These “frozen bricks” stack
conveniently in your freezer and
can go right into boiling water or the
microwave when you are ready to use
them. This same technique can be used
for pre-cooked dinners and leftovers.
Where to
Vacuum
Normal Storage
D
R Y
F
O O D S
Store
Packaged
Life
(without
Storage Life
vacuum packaging)
Rice, Risotto, Pasta,
Beans, Grains
Pantry
1 to 2 years
6 months
Preparation Guidelines for Dry Foods:
Before vacuum packaging dry foods
with sharp edges, such as rice and
pasta, wrap the food in something
cushioning like a paper towel. This will
help protect the bag from punctures.
Where to
Vacuum
Normal Storage
P
O W D E R Y
F
O O D S
Store
Packaged
Life
(without
Storage Life
vacuum packaging)
Flour, Sugar, Dry milk,
Brown sugar,
Pantry
1 to 2 years
6 months
Dried coconut
Preparation Guidelines for Powdery Foods:
For best results when vacuum pack-
aging powdery foods in a FoodSaver
Bag, leave the item in the original
bag then place that bag inside a
FoodSaver Bag. This keeps fine or
powdery food from being drawn into
the vacuum pump and helps to
guarantee a good seal.
Keep powdery foods fresh and protect
them from insect infestation by
repackaging them with the Vac 300
after each use. You can open the bag
and take what you need for baking.
NOTE: Placing a box inside a FoodSaver Bag may puncture the bag. Therefore,
it is best to use the inner bag in which powdery foods are generally packaged.
Where to
Vacuum
Normal Storage
B
A K E D
G
O O D S
Store
Packaged
Life
(without
Storage Life
vacuum packaging)
Bread, Rolls,
Bagels, Pastries
Freezer
1 to 3 years
6 to 12 months
Preparation Guidelines for Baked Goods:
Before vacuum packaging soft or airy
baked goods, pre-freeze for about
two hours or until solid so that they
will hold their shape. You can bake
a double batch of bread or multiple
pie shells and vacuum package the
extras for later use. Also, you can
vacuum package treats such as peanut
brittle and fudge to send as gifts.
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