Sudden Power Failure Tuesday, Sep 9 2008
Hall Of Home Improvements 2:13 pm
Did you have any power problems at your house? Has your refrigerator stopped working during the night? Do you have qualms about food that was in the freezer?
Relax ,in that case you can use some easy tips for handling food safely.
If the food has warmed at all, whether thawed completely or just to room temperature, discard it immediately. Discard it if it has been out of the refrigerator for over two hours.
Largely thawed food that is still cold should be cooked immediately. As long as you have cooked your meal it’s fine to eat and stick it in the fridge to eat later.
If the food still has ice crystals on it, you may refreeze it. You can put it in a cooler with some dry ice if no freezer is available. The food will need to be cooked, because it won’t last as long as with a normal freezer.
If you notice any food with even a little freezer burn, you need to throw it away.
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.
When your freezer or refrigerator are getting on in years, the best recommendation you’ll get is to purchase a high quality new one. Definitely consider a large refrigerator/freezer as used in America is if there is space for it. This can make a dramatic change to any kitchen. This site contains a wide range of American made fridges and freezers, aiming to serve you better.
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