Food Storage Comparison Chart; Helpful Hints & Tips - Seal-a-Meal Vacuum Food Storage System Reference Manual

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FOOD STORAGE COMPARISON CHART

Seal-a-Meal Vacuum Food Storage System
®
Outperforms Conventional Bags & Wraps
Storage Time with
Conventional Bags &
Freezer
Beef (Steaks, Roasts)
6 – 12 months
Beef (Ground, Stew Meat)
3 - 4 months
Lean Fish (Cod, Haddock)
4 - 6 months
Fatty Fish (Salmon, Sea Trout)
2- 3 months
Pork Chops
4 – 6 months
Poultry
6 – 12 months
Soups and Sauces 2 - 4 months
Vegetables 6 – 9 months
Refrigerator
Cheese
2- 4 weeks
Deli Meats
3 – 4 days
Fruits (Berries)
1 – 5 days
Vegetables
2 – 7 days
Pantry
Cereal
2 -3 months
Coffee (Ground) 2 weeks
Cookies (Homemade) 1 -2 weeks
Flour
6 - 8 months
Nuts
6 - 8 months
* Seal-a-Meal ® storage time estimates depend on preparation, quality of food and storage conditions.
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Storage Time with
Seal-a-Meal ® Vacuum
Wraps Food Storage System*
2 – 3 years
1 year
2 years
1 year
2 – 3 years
2 – 3 years
1 – 2 years
2 – 3 years
4 – 8 months
7 – 10 days
7 - 14 days
7 – 14 days
6 – 12 months
1 – 2 years
3 – 6 weeks
1 – 2 years
1 - 2 years
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HELPFUL HINTS & TIPS
BUY IN BULK
• Buy in bulk and keep it fresh for extended periods of time with Seal-a-Meal
System.
• Buying in bulk can save you thousands of dollars per year. See this chart below...
BULK FOOD COMPARISON CHART
ITEM APPROXIMATE APPROXIMATE
STANDARD BULK
PKG PRICE /LB PKG PRICE/LB
Beef(USDA Choice) $5.99 $4.49
Poultry(Chicken Breasts) $4.49 $3.37
Pork $4.69 $3.52
Fish $6.99 $5.59
Cheeses $4.49 $3.14
Fruits $4.99 $3.74
Vegetables $1.99 $1.49
Coffee(Beans) $8.99 $5.99
PREPARE MEALS IN ADVANCE
• Prepare large quantities of food, and then divide into smaller portions that work for you and your
family. Seal in bags for tomorrow, next week, next month, etc.
• Easily reheat by placing bag directly in boiling water or microwave. To microwave, cut corner of bag
to vent, and place on microwave safe dish.
KEEP LEFTOVERS AS FRESH AS THE DAY THEY WERE PREPARED
• After dinner, store leftovers in a Seal-a-Meal ®
MARINATE IN MINUTES
• Place food and favorite marinade in bag and vacuum seal for quick marinating.
PERFECT FOR FISHING AND HUNTING
• Use when fishing and hunting to keep your catch fresh until you're ready to prepare them as a meal.
Seal-a-Meal ® Vacuum Food Storage System prevents freezer burn during extended periods of time in
the freezer. Store fish and meats in the freezer immediately after sealing.
NOTE: DO NOT store vacuum sealed fish (smoked or raw) at room temperature or in the refrigerator.
IT'S NOT JUST FOR FOOD
• Store clothing in Seal-a-Meal ® bags to prevent potential damage when stored in an attic or closet.
• Protect valuable documents by sealing them in an airtight Seal-a-Meal
• Place cardboard or some stiff material on both sides of your documents to ensure that they maintain
their continuity and shape.
• Keep your belongings clean and dry during boating or camping outings. Simply seal your clothing or
materials prior to your trip.
® Vacuum Food Storage
% $ APPROXIMATE TOTAL FOOD
SAVINGS SAVINGS POUNDS PURCHASED SAVINGS
PER LB PER LB PER YEAR (4 people)
25 % $1.50 225 $336.94
25 % $1.12 225 $252.56
25 % $1.17 100 $117.25
20 % $1.40 50 $69.90
30 % $1.35 125 $168.38
25 % $1.25 500 $623.75
25 % $0.50 1,000 $497.50
33 % $3.00 15 $45.00
$2,111.28
bag, and keep in refrigerator or freezer for a later date.
® bag.
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