Ultimate Freezer Organization! | Freezer Organization Tips

[@TBoles]

I like the tip with the Penny as a way to see how much the inside thawed if you lost power

[@TheCrossLegacy]

It's been a good one that has helped us many times in the past. I'm glad you learned something new and it was helpful. Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@lifelvr9509]

Great vid! Vacuum sealing completely changed the game for me as far as worrying about freezer burn. The cost of the bags in the stores are absolutely insane, making it not affordable, BUT I order mine in bulk online and it brings the cost per bag down to pennies.

[@TheCrossLegacy]

Good point, thanks for sharing that tip! Doing it at home can save even more money when buying in bulk.

[@loridoyle3591]

I’ve been freezing our bread and it was a great way to use the entire loaf and not having to throw out the last several pieces which would be moldy or stale by the time we got to them. If we want toast, it goes directly into the toaster, if we want a few soft slices for sandwiches we take them out first and set them on the counter while we prep all the other ingredients and they’re defrosted and soft by the time we finish making the sandwich. 🎉

[@TheCrossLegacy]

Yes! Freezing bread is a great way to reduce wast because it can go bad so quickly, especially when you don't eat it often. I'm glad you've found a good system that works! Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@jmmatt7]

Thanks for sharing in such in a clear and complete manner all your tips and tricks for buying and storing our food to avoid waste! You are so inspirational - can't wait to incorporate this info in our home!

[@TheCrossLegacy]

Thank you so much for your kind words. I'm glad that it was helpful and that I will be able to help you reduce waste and save money. That is my goal. :)

[@barbara31655]

I had no idea about the freezing difference between medium and sharp cheddar but that certainly explains an issue I have been having with my sharp cheddar. I had pre-sliced cheddar and when I defrosted it for use on burgers even the pre-sliced version crumbled. I couldn't get it to separate into it's sliced to save my soul. I also freeze meals in wide mouth canning jars for individual servings down the road as needed. Excellent video!

[@TheCrossLegacy]

I'm so glad that it was helpful! You'll have to try with medium cheddar, it should work a lot better. Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@callalacey]

I didn’t either!

[@michelleneuman579]

I like the pizza box idea! I often have leftovers that work well on a pizza. I’ve been trying to find something to put extra food in such as a large bag of wings with some left. The bags take up so much room and it’s hard to tell what’s left.

[@TheCrossLegacy]

Freezer zip locks or slasher silicone bags are my go to

[@rhaewynsmom]

I found English muffins on sale for 45 cents each so I grabbed 6 packages to freeze. I also grabbed croissants on sale. My partner has a sesame allergy so these are things that don’t risk cross contamination like most breads do now. We have a section in our freezer for bread items even if it’s homemade. I love having a specific area for each thing so we can check and see what we have easily. I also try to vacuum seal as well!

[@TheCrossLegacy]

Thats a great sale! Stocking up when you find items at a low price can make such a big difference when it comes to your grocery budget. I'm glad you enjoyed this video, thanks for commenting!

[@mikepi660]

Excellent dear,, thank you,, I learned much,,

[@TheCrossLegacy]

You're welcome. Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@sharonwittmayer1221]

I had no idea you could freeze cream cheese! 😊

[@TheCrossLegacy]

Glad you were able to learn something new!

[@SpeakTruthBeKind]

Good video! I’d like to suggest if you find you have empty freezer space do partial fill (3/4) water containers to fill those spaces so your freezer doesn’t have to work as hard.

[@TheCrossLegacy]

Great suggestion

[@user-mc3tp5sd2z]

I’ve been waiting for this video because I’m thinking of getting a freezer. Seeing what you have in it and how you store things really helps. Thank you! Do you have a video on using the super cubes? What do you put in them?

[@TheCrossLegacy]

Thanks for watching! I also made a chest freezer video, if you are getting that type I'd recommend watching it. You can find it a little further down my page. I put lots of things in them, especially leftovers. Things like chicken orzo, Shepard's pie, chili, etc. You could also freeze broth or stock. I'm not sure if I have a full video on here about them, but I should make one.

[@JRichardson-e6r]

Great information. Thank you!

[@TheCrossLegacy]

You're welcome, thanks for watching and commenting!

[@brendareynolds2669]

Such a great video! Love the penny idea ❤

[@TheCrossLegacy]

Thank you so much! It's been a big help in the past during power outages so I'm glad that I can share it to help others.

[@cupcake50jh]

Great tip thank you Have a bless Thanksgiving

[@TheCrossLegacy]

You're welcome, Happy Thanksgiving to you too!

[@Memaw-0404]

Great video! Thanks for sharing I didn't know that you could put canning jars in the freezer. Thanks for the tip! I buy in bulk at Sam's club for my family and vacuum seal everything before putting it in freezer. 😊 I like to buy blocks of cheese and shredding it myself too.

[@TheCrossLegacy]

I'm glad that you enjoyed it, thanks for watching and commenting. It's so much easier and cheaper to shred your own cheese. I'm glad that you do it too!

[@JL-hn6hi]

Exactly, just freeze bread! Why anyone throws bread out at the expiry date, or has bread go bad, I do not know. Apparently the argument is that bread frozen in the freezer ‘tastes different.’ If you can debunk that, it might help lots of people.

[@debmann5168]

I just discovered your channel. I'm learning a lot and enjoying your content. I wanted to mention that I see you have Monkfruit on your shopping site. It's the version with Erythritol in it. You may already know, but there is some serious controversy with sugar alcohols, especially Erythritol. Something to do with blood clots, heart attack or stroke risk. My husband was a diabetic so I used to use this, but I've since switched to Organic pure powdered Monkfruit just to avoid it.

[@dianevictorianshabbyshop3876]

You prob. know this already, but, I take my stocks and flash freeze them in block containers, throw them in seal a meal bags and place a lot on my doors, Ty excellent vid.

[@TheCrossLegacy]

Yes, that is what I use the Souper Cubes for. :) They are silicone molds that then I can move the blocks from into bags, exactly like you are doing. It is a great way to freeze items. Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@user-mc3tp5sd2z]

What’s the story on super cubes? How do you use them/ what’s in them?

[@dawnkennedydavis1668]

@TheCrossLegacy Thank you so much for the great information. We have bought several blocks of hoop cheese that has the red wax around it. Can these be frozen, and if so, what is the best way to wrap them before putting them on the freeze? Also, do you mind sharing where you get your beef? Thank you for the help.

[@RevT.]

Great video!

[@TheCrossLegacy]

Thank you!

[@ChrisJohnsonCJs-Kitchen]

Every 12 hours for re-charging the freezer is really good info to have. Our power was just out for 5 days & we were able to recharge our fridge, nothing thawed in the freezer, so we should be good to go - but how many hours for a fridge/freezer combo? Ours is a bottom drawer freezer.

[@user-mc3tp5sd2z]

I use extra sharp cheddar, should I grate it and then put it in a jar before freezing or should I just not freeze it at all?

[@TheCrossLegacy]

@@user-mc3tp5sd2z if you are going to shred it you can do it before or after freezing. It just doesn't slice well after being frozen

[@MsDstarr]

May I ask what brand and model number your freezer is?

[@user-mc3tp5sd2z]

I’m shopping for freezers and have looked at many. Pretty sure this is Frigidaire. Looks like when I just saw it at Home Depot.

[@lauriebraun1328]

Great video, I just wanted to say inflation is at 2.6 compared to 4.6 in 2023. Inflation is not the culprit. High grocery pricing is greed and price gouging.

[@TheCrossLegacy]

Either way we can agree that grocery prices are high.