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One of the best things you can do to help preserve food is to keep air *out* ... so the containers that are the most airtight are also the best at preserving. Freezing or keeping food cold is also advisable, because a container by itself can only do so much.
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∙ 6y ago
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∙ 8y agoSeran or plastic wrap work pretty well. Tin foil also is a nice alternative if the others are not on hand. Overall, food cannot be preserved indefinitely by wrapping alone, but rather through freezing in order to preserve it as long as possible.
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Which container or wrapping preserves food the best?
There are many types of containers and wraps that are suppose to keep food fresh. The best one will be airtight for sure, like Ziploc.
What is the best way to freeze food?
Answer:The best way to freeze food is to use the appropriate wrapping or container. If its warm or hot food, make sure it is cooled enough first.
What is the best way to keep food fresh?
To keep most foods fresh, you should store it in the refrigerator, in the proper container or wrapping, depending on the food.
How does irradiation preserve food?
Irradiation preserves food by destroying microbes just as heat does in the canning process. In both processes, the food must have been first sealed in a container e.g., a can, jar, or pouch.
What is in preservatives?
Preserves food
What did refrigerator do?
Preserves food.
What type of container is best for lettuce?
regular container that you would use for food and to keep bugs out!
What preserves food and add flavor?
salt
What is the best way to store cooked food?
The best way is in a sealed container in the refrigerator, or freezer.
What element on the periodic table preserves food?
Sodium
When storing food on a steam table or surrounded by ice which container will best maintain the proper food temperatures?
You should always use a thermometer.
What will happen if cooked food is kept in fridge by wrapping it in plastic bag wax paper and foil?
Wrapping cooked food in multiple layers of multiple products will protect the food from air and odors, but it will not prevent the food from spoiling any more than a single wrapping of plastic or foil.
