How Long Is It Safe to Store Food in the Freezer?
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Making the Most of Your Freezer
All in all, you still should keep track of how long you're leaving stuff in your freezer if you want to be able to enjoy the leftovers from that dinner you worked so hard to cook or those expensive fish filets you got from the organic store.
But the good news is that you never need to worry about getting ill. If the food was safe to eat at the time you stuck it in the freezer, it'll be safe no matter when you take it back out.
Looking for some lazy-cook inspiration? Here are 25 ways to transform frozen food into a 5-star meal!
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VIDEO: Chicken Quesadillas
These quick and easy chicken quesadillas are the perfect, last-minute family dinner!
INGREDIENTS:
- 2 chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup of tomato sauce
- 1/2 cup of chives, chopped
- 1 tsp. of Mexican spice mix
- 4 Tortillas
- Cheddar
- Salt, to taste
METHOD:
- Put shredded chicken breast, tomato sauce, chives, and mexican spice mix in a bowl and mix together.
- Lay out the tortillas. Place a slice of cheddar in the center, and cover with the chicken mix.
- Fold up tortillas, and heat in a frying pan until golden.
- Enjoy!