PB1483 Freezing Foods

Freezing is the home food preservation method that best preserves nutrients, flavors and colors, although canning is not far behind. Used properly, home freezing has many advantages:

• saves time, work and money

• is an easy method of preserving food

• can simplify meal preparation

• provides available foods for quick service

• supplies seasonal or favorite foods year-round

• permits fewer shopping trips

• allows stocking up on special sales when prices are low