Vacuum Packaging Non-Food Items - FoodSaver V3840 Reference Manual

Guidelines
for Vacuum Packaging
vegetables in individual servings, first place on
a b aking sheet and spread them out so they are
not touching. This prevents them from freezing
together in a block. Once they are frozen, remove
from baking sheet and vacuum p ackage vegetables
in a FoodSaver Bag. After they have been vacuum
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packaged, return them to the freezer.
IMPORTANT: Due to the risk of anaerobic bacteria,
fresh mushrooms, onions, & garlic should never
be vacuum packaged.
Preparation Guidelines for Leafy Vegetables:
For best results, use a canister to store leafy
vegetables. First wash the vegetables, and then dry
with a towel or salad spinner. After they are dried,
put them in a FoodSaver
vacuum package. Store in the refrigerator.
Preparation Guidelines for Fruit:
When freezing soft fruit or berries, it is best to pre-
freeze them for 1-2 hours or until solidly frozen. To
freeze fruit in individual servings, first place on a
baking sheet and spread them out so they are not
touching. This prevents them from freezing together
in a block. Once they are frozen, remove from baking
sheet and vacuum package fruit in a FoodSaver
After they have been vacuum packaged, return them
to the freezer.
You can vacuum package portions for baking, or
in your favourite combinations for easy fruit salad
all year round. If storing in the refrigerator, we
recommend using a FoodSaver
Preparation Guidelines for Baked Goods:
To vacuum package soft or airy baked goods, we
r ecommend using a FoodSaver
so they will hold their shape. If using a bag, pre-freeze
for 1-2 hours or until solidly frozen. To save time,
make cookie dough, pie shells, whole pies, or mix dry
ingredients in advance and vacuum package for later
use.
Preparation Guidelines for Coffee and Powdery
Foods:
To prevent food particles from being drawn into the
v acuum pump, place a coffee filter or paper towel
at the top of the bag or canister before vacuum
p ackaging. You can also place the food in its original
bag inside a FoodSaver
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Preparation Guidelines for Liquids:
Before you vacuum package liquids such as soup
stock, pre-freeze in a casserole dish, loaf tin or ice
cube tray until solid. Remove frozen liquid from the
pan and vacuum package in a FoodSaver
can stack these "frozen bricks" in your freezer. When
you're ready to use, just cut the corner of the bag and
place in a dish in microwave or drop into water at a
low s immer, below 75°C (170°F).
To vacuum package non-carbonated bottled liquids,
you can use a FoodSaver
original container. Remember to leave at least 2.5 cm
(1 inch) of room between the contents and the bottom
of the Bottle Stopper. You can re-seal bottles after
each use.
Preparation Guidelines for Make-ahead Meals,
Leftovers and Sandwiches:
Efficiently store your make-ahead meals, leftovers and
sandwiches in the stackable, lightweight FoodSaver
containers. They are microwaveable, top rack
dishwasher safe a nd come with a custom adaptor. The
lightweight containers will be ready to go to the office
or school when you are!
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Preparation Guidelines for Snack Foods:
Your snack foods will maintain their freshness
longer when you vacuum package them. For best
results, use a FoodSaver
crushable items like biscuits.

Vacuum Packaging Non-Food Items

The FoodSaver
protects non-food items from oxidation, corrosion
and moisture. Simply follow the directions to vacuum
package items using FoodSaver
Containers and Accessories.
To vacuum package silver, wrap fork tines in soft
c ushioning material, such as a paper towel, to avoid
puncturing the bag. Your FoodSaver
for outdoor excursions. For camping and hiking, keep
your matches, maps and food dry and compact. To
have fresh water for drinking, simply fill a FoodSaver
Bag with ice, seal it and when needed, let the ice
pack melt. If you are going sailing or boating, vacuum
package your food, film and a dry change of clothes.
Just remember to bring scissors or a knife to open the
bag. To keep emergency kits safe and dry, vacuum
package flares, batteries, torches, matches, candles
and other necessities. Your emergency items will stay
dry and organised in your home, car or boat.
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