Storing Frozen Food - Whirlpool EJT161XKWR1 Use And Care Manual

Canned Ham.
Store in refrigerator unless the Ia-
bel says It's okay to store on the shelf. Do not freeze.
Fresh Poultry.
Loosen the market tirapprng and
store In the supermarket tray, cr loosely wrap In waxed
paper or plastrc wrap
STORAGE CHART FOR FRESH AND CURED MEAT
Type
Approximate Time
(days1
Variety Meats 1 to 2
Chicken 1 to 2
Ground Beef 1 to 2
Steaks and Roasts 3 to 5
Cured Meats 7 to 10
Bacon . .._............,,.. 5to7
Cold Cuts . . .._._. 3 to 5
7f meat
IS to
be
stored longer than the times given,
follow the
dtrectlons for freezrng
NOTE:
Fresh fish and shellfish should be used the
same dav as purchased
Eggs
Store wrtnout washing rn the original car-
ton or use the Utility Brn that came tirth your
refrigerator
Milk, Beverages Wipe milk ca'+ons and bot-
tles Store on a door shelf or inside the refrigerator
Door shelves WI/I hold a half-gallon (1 9 liter) carton
Butter Store what you might use
I~I
a day on
the serv ng dish In the Butter Compartment When
you have extra, wrap In freezer packaging and
freeze
Cheese
Store
r
the original Ll/rapplng unti'
you are ready to else It Once opened, re-wrap
tightly in plastrc wrap or alumlnu-r foil
Condiments Store small Jars and bottles (cat-
sup, mustard jelly, olives) on the dcor shelves where
'hey are In easy reach
leftovers Always cover leftovers wth plastic
&rap or aluminum ioil to keep rood from drying out
Plastic con7alriers \~,'h tight
II&
are fine, iJo
STORING FROZEN FOOD
Remember
to package and seal carefully.
The
only big secret to home freezing is arrtrght pack-
ages Packages or containers should be sealed to
keep natural moisture tn and air out Heavy-duty
aluminum freezer foil, kraft paper with cellophane
coating, special freezer bags, jars and cartons are
all good You can also get a special freezer-pack-
age tape at most places that sell freezrng and can
ning supplies
IMPORTANT: Do not expect your freezer to quick-
freeze any large quantity of food. leave enough
space for air to circulate around packages. Be
careful to leave enough room at the front so the
door can close tightly.
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STORAGE CHART FOR FROZEN FOOD
Storage times given In this chart are only a
guide. For best use of freezer space keep fro-
zen foods for short times. Use, then replace as
needed
Bread .......................... 2months
Cooked Dishes ............... 2-3 months
Fish and Seafoods
Fresh ......................... 6 months
Commercially Frozen ...... l-3 months
Fruits ........................... 6 months
Ice Cream ....................... 1 month
Concentrated Juice .......... 4-6 months
Meats
Bacon .............. Less than 1 month
Pork roasts, chops .......... 3-4 months
Sausage .................... 1-2 months
Beef, veal, lamb roasts ....... 6 months
Ground meat ................ l-2 months
Poultry ..................... 3-4 months
Vegetables .................... 6months
Ice Cream Store in the freezer. Once the
package IS opened, place a piece of aluminum
foil or ,waxed paper smoothly against the surface
This ~111 prevent ice crystals from forming
Packaged Frozen Food
Store on freezer door
shelf or in the freezer If you plan to store It for a long
+rme, re-wrap It with aluminum foil or plastic wrap
Frozen Meats The followrng hints WIII help
keep the quality in your frozen meats
1. Creeze meat while fresh and In top condrtion
2. Lse only the recommended wrapping
materials
3. Prepare the meat for freezing before szirap-
ping It Trim off excess fat and remove bones
'wher practical Meat shouid not be salted
pecause salt shortens freezer life
4. Wrap tightly, pressing out as much air as
possrble
5.
Lrlbei
and date It
6. '?e'reezlng defrosted -ea: s no+
recommended
Frozen Soups, Juices
Store on freezer door
she f or in the freezer
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