Freezer paper vs Vacuum Sealer

[STBear]

I just use a sharpie marker, but then, I don't write the price/lb on the bags.

I just use a sharpie also. It's easier to write on the bag before filling it but works either way.

[bogey1]

The freezer labels I bought suck. They don’t seem to stick very well.

I’m trying the cloth tape labels that came with my label maker this time.

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Are they on the smooth side of the bag?

[soberbyker]

I just use a sharpie marker, but then, I don't write the price/lb on the bags.

I just use a sharpie also. It's easier to write on the bag before filling it but works either way.

Third vote for sharpie, I write on the strip between the edge and the heat seal, that way if I'm able to stack neatly I can read the edges easily without sorting through the pile.

[soberbyker]

The freezer labels I bought suck. They don’t seem to stick very well.

I’m trying the cloth tape labels that came with my label maker this time.

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I've been meaning to ask you, how's that sealer working out, any problems with doing a lot at one time like was talked about a while back with the Food Saver brand?

[soberbyker]

They dont seal as good (double seal them).
I use these https://www.amazon.com/Vacuum-Sealer...lers+Unlimited

The best ones so far, even better than the ones from sweet attack (no longer using that name).

Since this thread was brought back to life I wanted to say shortly after you posted this had I ordered some and they are much better, have been using them ever since. Thanks.

[free]

I just use a sharpie marker, but then, I don't write the price/lb on the bags.

Knowing the price lets me know how much I should enjoy the contents.

I just use a sharpie also. It's easier to write on the bag before filling it but works either way.

I have been using sharpie. See chili photo above. I find it unsatisfying. That is, using a sharpie, not my chili.

Are they on the smooth side of the bag?

I looked at this. I’m not sure my bags HAVE a smooth side. But I plan to look again.

I've been meaning to ask you, how's that sealer working out, any problems with doing a lot at one time like was talked about a while back with the Food Saver brand?

Zero issues at all with my sealer.

[Walleye Hunter]

Have you tried using plain old adhesive tape? I use it on my recycled 'tater salad containers and it works gut.

[bogey1]

Since this thread was brought back to life I wanted to say shortly after you posted this had I ordered some and they are much better, have been using them ever since. Thanks.

I had a problem with mine (or at least I thought the bags were the problem) its the heating
element. It leaves (sometimes) a 1/4" gap where it doesn't seal. Pisses me off to no end

[BobFromBucks]

Our family consists of my wife and I so we don't go through tons of food. On the other hand as my friend Streaker knows, one of my hobbies is cooking. So, the idea of some kind of vacuum sealer system is something we can use. I throw out way too much food. Today, we inventoried two freezers in the basement and I was very sorry to find things that really need tossed that I spent good money on too many months ago.

So, what brand and model would you recommend for an older, retired couple who wants to preserve food as well as possible but, at the same time, we probably don't need a commercial sealer. I like to buy quality so price/quality are not an issue. But, I don't want to over-buy when we don't need the fantastic unit Free posted about a while back that would have required me to remodel my kitchen. What other tips would you give me? I saw the bag thread so I know there is much to learn ther too.

And, one last thing. I like to buy great cuts of seafood (like a loin of tuna), lamb, pork, beef, etc. and freeze them. In the past, I've relied on the farms and producers to package but their packaging is not the greatest. So, I'd use this unit for that plus freezing really good harvest veggies which should be better than I can buy at the store.

Thanks for you anticipated help.

[Walleye Hunter]

Our family consists of my wife and I so we don't go through tons of food. On the other hand as my friend Streaker knows, one of my hobbies is cooking. So, the idea of some kind of vacuum sealer system is something we can use. I throw out way too much food. Today, we inventoried two freezers in the basement and I was very sorry to find things that really need tossed that I spent good money on too many months ago.

So, what brand and model would you recommend for an older, retired couple who wants to preserve food as well as possible but, at the same time, we probably don't need a commercial sealer. I like to buy quality so price/quality are not an issue. But, I don't want to over-buy when we don't need the fantastic unit Free posted about a while back that would have required me to remodel my kitchen. What other tips would you give me? I saw the bag thread so I know there is much to learn ther too.

And, one last thing. I like to buy great cuts of seafood (like a loin of tuna), lamb, pork, beef, etc. and freeze them. In the past, I've relied on the farms and producers to package but their packaging is not the greatest. So, I'd use this unit for that plus freezing really good harvest veggies which should be better than I can buy at the store.

Thanks for you anticipated help.

My situation is similar to yours. I have one chest freezer and have to keep an eye on things. I portion out my food and wrap it tight in saran wrap before I freeze it. I then put the portions in freezer bags with dates on them. It works well for me.