What causes freezer burn? And is it safe?
People often ask us when the familiar snowy fuzz seems on food in freezers is the result of a freezer malfunction. This ultra common “freezer burn” issue is actually caused by food packaging.
Food dehydrates due to exposure to the air in the freezer. Standard supermarket packaging for a lot of foods is not designed to prevent dehydration. If you intend to store food in your freezer for over a few days, you should place the food in airtight containers or zippered plastic bags created for food preservation and freezer storage.
It is absolutely safe to cook or eat freezer-burned food. However, many people find that the dehydration process destroys the food’s taste and texture. Dehydrated meat is said to be tough and tasteless after cooking. Main point here? Think about packaging.
Check out advice from the USDA about freezing and food safety here.
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