What is ‘freezer burn’? Freezer burn occurs when foods are frozen for an extended period of time or not properly wrapped and sealed. MORE

Food simple facts Perishable foods can be left out at room temperature for only two hours at max MORE

When shop for frozen food Pick up frozen commercial foods just before going to the checkout counter. Purchase only foods frozen solid. Place in home freezer as soon as possible. MORE

Freezer tips For best freezer storage, temperature should be 0 degrees Fahrenheit or below. Maximum temperature should be 5 degrees Fahrenheit. MORE

How to deal with freezer burn? For best result, cut freezer-burned portions away either before or after cooking the food. Heavily freezer-burned foods may have to be discarded for quality reasons. MORE