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Has the power gone out at your house? Did you fridge break overnight? Are you worried about the food you had in the freezer?

Relax ,in that case you can use some easy tips for handling food safely.

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. Once cooked, food can be refrigerated for later or eaten right away.

You may notice ice crystals on your food and if so, it’s okay to freeze it again. If you don’t have a freezer to put it in, make sure to get some dry ice and put it in a cooler. These items will need to be cooked, because your freezer will not offer the same longevity that a normal freezer would offer.

Anything showing signs of freezer burn are also candidates for immediate disposal.

Storms and accidents will always cause power outages; however, you can use preparation to be ready for whatever happens.
When your freezer or refrigerator are getting on in years, the best recommendation you’ll get is to purchase a high quality new one. If you have the space, you should certainly consider a large American Style fridge freezer. This can make a dramatic change to any kitchen. A variety of American refrigerators and freezers from many suppliers are listed on this site.