Green Your Freezer Routine

Using the right container will protect your food from the freezer’s cold and make sure it’s as delicious and nutritious when you take it out as when it went in. For best results, choose a container that’s:

The right size for the food

Easy to seal securely

Easy to mark clearly

Designed for freezer use, so it won’t crack or break its seal at freezing temps

Then green your freezer routine by choosing a reusable plastic or glass container instead of a disposable whenever you can. Rigid containers work for most foods and are especially good for liquids like soups, sauces, etc. They’re easier to organize in the freezer, too; many even do double duty by allowing you to reheat and serve from the same container. And — here’s the greener part! — they help reduce the amount of non-recyclable plastic waste that goes into our landfills every year.