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Simple Steps to Organize Your Freezer

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Repackage Freezer Contents
Simple Steps to Organize Your Freezer © [2008] [Dena Pasis] licensed to About.com, Inc.
To create more space in the freezer, it helps to repackage existing items and new items. For example, if you have a half empty box of popsicles, you could transfer the popsicles to a freezer bag.

For new items such as poultry or fish, repackage in cooking serving sizes will help take up less space and help to simplify meal planning.

Tip: Remember to wash poultry or fish before repackaging (and the surrounding areas to avoid bacteria), and record the date of purchase on the outside of the freezer bag before putting it back in the freezer.

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