Preparation Guidelines For Leafy Vegetables; Preparation Guidelines For Fruits; Preparation Guidelines For Baked Goods; Preparation Guidelines For Liquids - FoodSaver FM2100 series Owner's Manual

Food Preparation and reheating Tips (cont.)
When freezing vegetables, it is best to pre-freeze
them for 1-2 hours or until solidly frozen. To
freeze vegetables 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 seal
vegetables in a FoodSaver
been vacuum sealed, return them to the freezer.
IMPORTANT: Due to the risk of anaerobic bacteria,
Fresh mushrooms, onions and garlic should never
be vacuum sealed.

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 canister and vacuum seal as
normal. Store in refrigerator.

Preparation Guidelines for Fruits:

When freezing soft fruits 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 seal
fruit in a FoodSaver Bag. After they have been
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vacuum sealed, return them to the freezer.
You can vacuum seal portions for baking or in
your favorite combinations for easy fruit salad
all year round. If storing in the refrigerator, we
recommend using a FoodSaver
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Preparation Guidelines for Baked Goods:

To vacuum seal soft or airy baked goods, we
recommend using a FoodSaver
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 seal for
later use.
Preparation Guidelines for Coffee and Powdery Foods:
To prevent food particles from being drawn into
vacuum pump, place a coffee filter or paper towel
at top of bag or canister before vacuum sealing.
You can also place the food in its original bag
inside a FoodSaver Bag, or use a FoodSaver
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Universal Lid with the original container to
vacuum seal.

Preparation Guidelines for Liquids:

Before you vacuum seal liquids such as soup stock,
pre-freeze in a casserole dish, loaf pan or ice cube
tray until solid. Remove frozen liquid from pan and
vacuum seal in a FoodSaver
these "frozen bricks" in your freezer. When you're
ready to use, just cut corner of bag and place in a
dish in microwave or drop into water at a low simmer,
below 170°F (75°C).
To vacuum seal non-carbonated bottled liquids, you
can use a FoodSaver Bottle Stopper with the original
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container. Remember to leave at least one inch of
room between contents and bottom of Bottle Stopper.
You can re-seal bottles after each use.
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