Can this only be used with frozen foods? Can you use this with fresh food as well?
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I only use it for fresh foods, but normally just softer solids like cooked veggies (squash, potatoes) or softer fruits (pears, bananas, plums). I guess you could put frozen foods in it and they could eat it as it melts, but my little guy would probably not like that.
1161372
It can be used with fresh foods, that's primarily what I used it for, such as bananas, strawberries, etc. The size only fits about the amount of a large strawberry, so fresh fruit needs to be cut up before putting it in there. I started with just putting fresh apple sauce in it until my boys got good at sucking the fruit out. It does take some effort to get the fresh fruit out.
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no you can use it with fresh foods too....as long as the texture of the food isn't too runny. I used watermelon, strawberries, and fresh banana...it all works. Same with veggies....sweet potatoes, squash....it all boils down to the consistancy
1161374
It can be used with both. Freezing food in it is great for when my guy is teething. I can even put purées in it. The fresh foods I've tried in it are avocado and banana which have worked great.
1161375
I've used it with fresh banana and steamed carrot and it works ok but does not last as long as frozen.
1009685
Yes if you use frozen ingredients. It is more like soft serve. They have great videos on YouTube on all the features.
443806
you can use fruit that has been frozen I would thaw and allow to warm up though,I did not like cooker and sent back
54363
We use a lot of frozen fruit as well which blends up just fine with no issues. Been using it everyday for 2 months with frozen fruit and have had no issues or burn smells when using frozen fruit or ice! =)
710649
I mix mine with frozen brine shrimp and freeze the leftovers, then thaw it when I am ready to use it again. I think it's fine.
1651608
I purchased it for a single purpose use, to make soap, so I don't know about ice or other solid food use. Maybe another purchaser will have the answer.
2111860
When I received it it was not frozen. You can keep it in the freezer and before you eat you can use toaster to defrost or leave it on the kitchen counter for about an hour or two. It stays fresh for about 5-6 days in the closed bag.
157662
Yes. I have not tried it yet, but the recipe book allows for it. You have to add additional cooking time for frozen food, but the recipe books tells you how much time to add.
1763974
I have not done that yet. You may want to try it first. I do use these a lot, I just never froze them. Sorry I could not be more helpful.
1492454
Yes, I've done it several times and had no problems. It works great to take food from freezer to fridge to use the next day. They also said freezer safe on package.
2050359
Yes, you can, BUT it defeats the essential benefit of keeping food fresh longer. they might also crack if over filled as liquids expand when they are frozen. The DEBBIE MEYER UltraLite GreenBoxes are Independent Laboratory tested and proven to keep fresh produce, baked goods and snacks fresh longer, without freezing. If you freeze in them you will experience freezer burn and the freshness properties will not work. In the freezer you need to create a vacuum to prevent freezer burn. You can use DEBBIE MEYER GeniusVac and DEBBIE MEYER GeniusVac Bags for the freezer. The beauty of these boxes is that you do NOT have to freeze most times because the food stays fresh for longer. Hope this helps.
2284312
You can use any type of frozen fruit. I've used berries and pineapple, and they worked just fine.
1693999
Frankly speaking, I have not used this oven for frozen meal. However, I found out this oven is good for anything dry and not good for heating up something wet like soup. For frozen stuff, I suggest to start with lower temperature for defrosting, then turn to high for browning.
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Yes! I use mine for freezing all kinds of things. The only drawback is (and this happens in any condition, not just the freezer) every once in a while they "unvacuum" It usually happens quickly because of not zipping them tightly enough, but sometimes it is because of a bad bag or small hole in the bag, so I check in a day or two to avoid freezer burn, stale food, etc.
1150021
Sorry, I've never tried it on ice. I mainly use it to puree soups and sauces.
196129
As far as I know. I use it to freeze fresh fruits & veggies during the summer. Just clean, dry, slice & place on a parchment lined cookie sheet. When frozen, place in a zip lock freezer bag. Or wrap fresh veggies & bake with salsa, very good. Don't think there is anything in the paper that is harmful.
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I don't see why not. I have put banana and avocado in there to blend & added a bit of water to thin the mixture. I've also put sturdier chunks-apple, pear, cranberries-in the food mill. However I have not tried ice chunks or frozen produce.