13th September 2008
An Unexpected Freezer Outage Can Be Very Costly
Has the power gone out at your house? Did your refrigerator break last night? Do you have qualms about food that was in the freezer?
Not to worry – there are some simple guidelines to food safety in such a situation.
Through the food away when it is thawed or warmed to room temperature. If it has been kept at room temperature for more than two hours, throw it away.
If the food has thawed out, but is still cold, it is safest to cook it right away. As long as you have cooked your meal it’s fine to eat and stick it in the fridge to eat later.
You may notice ice crystals on your food and if so, it’s okay to freeze it again. You can put it in a cooler with some dry ice if no freezer is available. These items will need to be cooked, because your freezer will not offer the same longevity that a normal freezer would offer.
You can immediately get rid of items that have signs of freezer burn.
It’s not possible to prevent the occurrence of unexpected power interruptions due to weather or accidents, but it is possible to react properly in such cases.
Getting a new Fridge or freezer is a great idea to save energy and replace that old worn out one, giving your kitchen a new look. A new American Style fridge freezer is a great option if you have the amount of space needed. You will find that it can make a big difference with just about any kitchen. A variety of American refrigerators and freezers from many suppliers are listed on this site.
