If I freeze vegetables in these bags, can they be re-heated in boiling water? Thanks.
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My Mom always boiled her vacuum seal bags, 100s over the years. (She used Seal-a-Meal before Foodsaver and went through four different models over the years). I am of the "I Want It Now" generation, so I always use the microwave using lower power settings or defrost mode. I never could tell the difference between boiling or zapping to reheat. The only problem she ever had with boiling was that, every once in a while, a bag would open slightly on the sealed end. This really wasn't much of a problem because the largest openings were about 1/4 inch, not allowing much leakage. Enjoy your sealer - I have two freezers almost filled with vacuum-sealed, cooked and uncooked food. My Mom always boiled her vacuum seal bags, 100s over the years. (She used Seal-a-Meal before Foodsaver and went through four different models over the years). I am of the "I Want It Now" generation, so I always use the microwave using lower power settings or defrost mode. I never could tell the difference between boiling or zapping to reheat. The only problem she ever had with boiling was that, every once in a while, a bag would open slightly on the sealed end. This really wasn't much of a problem because the largest openings were about 1/4 inch, not allowing much leakage. Enjoy... » Read More My Mom always boiled her vacuum seal bags, 100s over the years. (She used Seal-a-Meal before Foodsaver and went through four different models over the years). I am of the "I Want It Now" generation, so I always use the microwave using lower power settings or defrost mode. I never could tell the difference between boiling or zapping to reheat. The only problem she ever had with boiling was that, every once in a while, a bag would open slightly on the sealed end. This really wasn't much of a problem because the largest openings were about 1/4 inch, not allowing much leakage. Enjoy your sealer - I have two freezers almost filled with vacuum-sealed, cooked and uncooked food. « Show Less
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Yes, athough I have not done that. The instruction manual discusses that topic.
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I'm pretty sure you can. I have done this a few times myself without any adverse effects. I do know for certain, that they make a Freeze 'n Steam bag (FSFSBC0316) which allows you to freeze and then steam in the microwave.
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Yes. I use them to freeze soup. But, I seal the top with plastic wrap as a precautionary measure.
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I'm not sure about freezing. I'd think you could but they have a 6 month shelf life :)
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Not sure about re-heating in the bags... I defrost in the bags by submerging them in cool then warm water then I transfer to bottles and re-heat at that point
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No, these containers are not for freezing. You would use the foodsaver bags for that.
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Interesting question for trial and error. We always freeze our leftovers for another day. They reheat well and never go to waste.
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I did freeze them. I have reused them for a couple of different parties and the freezing helped preserve their life. So I assume refrigeration would work as well. Hope this helps. Have a great weekend.
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Yes. Use 50% power or the defrost setting. Start at 45 seconds, take them out and "squish" the bag. Adjust your time accordingly. If your melts are a little thick, add a little solid vegetable shortening to thin it.
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I have used them for veges and home made soup, on Med heat. You need to partially thaw first to make sure there are no holes in the bag. Probably would work for Spaggeti sauce, but I wouldn't boil the water then put the bag and contents in if its a rapid boil. Have to experiment.
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We have only used these for keeping things cold and they work great. We soak them in water and then freeze them. Not sure about heat but i would try putting them in boiling water but don't boil them.
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I have never tried putting boiling water in the bag but I know people who put the bags into boiling water to cook food. I personally do not cook in any plastic for Heath reasons.
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My understanding is the bags are not for freezer use, so the answer is no. To do that you'd need to purchase their bigger food saver sealing machine.
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I do not use bottle warmers. But I have puts frozen pouchs in boiling water and it holds up just fine.I'd imagine you'd be fine.
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We do not recommend boiling these bags, but you can heat cooked foods in a FoodSaver bag in a simmering pot. Only place bags with frozen food inside the simmering water. The coldness of the food will keep the bag from becoming too hot while the food is heating up. Temperatures above 170 degrees F can possibly compromise the integrity of the bags depending on how the bags were stored, handled, or used after purchase. This is why we recommend that you do not use temperatures over 170 degrees F.
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I've been using these for years, and I always re-use each bag half a dozen times before starting a new bag. But my main use for these bags is to steam veggies, like baby carrots and broccoli. I probably wouldn't reuse these after heating meat in them.
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Yes you can use in a pot boiling water plus I use to steam vegetables .I hope my answer help you.
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I cook my vegetables in it. We are vegetarians, so I have not tried meat or fish. I have never re-heated in it. Basically the water in the bottom boils, which steams the vegetables. No nutrients are left in the water and more are in your vegetables. Yes, one can add spices to the vegetables. I would be more likely to take the cooked vegetables out and add them as I put them in to the serving bowl.