These Plastic Containers Turned My Freezer into a Beautifully Organized Ice Tundra
My freezer and I have been BFF for more than two decades. We’ve been through thick and thin together, as I braved the early days of motherhood and now as I watch my kids graduating from college. Having a meal ready to go has been a saving grace more times than I can count.
One of the hardest things about getting there? Developing a stash of containers I felt good about using for extended periods of time. I’ve found out the hard way that some containers labeled as freezer-safe just don’t do a great job protecting my frozen assets.
These days, I’m totally crushing on these Extreme Freeze containers by Reditainer. Developed for the food service industry and flash-freeze applications, these BPA-free containers are available in six sizes and are freezer-, microwave-, and dishwasher-safe.
These babies rock. Here’s why.
1. They are super thick and durable.
Obviously, they are freezer-safe, but they have a much sturdier feel than other plastic containers I’ve used in the past. When I did a little research, I found out that was by design. They can withstand colder temps for longer than your typical plastic containers.
2. They are perfect for liquids.
They’re best when filled with soups, stews, broths, stocks, sauces, and juices, yet they’re still great for cooked meats, vegetables, and fruits.
3. They come in all sizes, from 8 ounces all the way to 64 ounces.
This means that I can vary the size of my freezer portions to suit the dish or the purpose. The 16-ounce containers are perfect for individual servings of chili or stew, while the big jumbo container is great for storing family-sized freezer meals.
4. They’re see-through!
Although it’s still important for me to slap on a freezer label with a date and a description, being able to see into the containers gives me a bit of a clue about how full they are and what the contents are.
5. They work with my favorite small appliances.
Because I often use these to store soups and sautés that I’ll reheat later, I’ve learned that certain sizes (specifically 32 and 64 ounces) fit beautifully into my smaller slow cooker and my 6-quart Instant Pot. I just work the frozen blob out of the container and plop it into the appliance’s vessel. This means I can reheat frozen soup or a block of pulled pork with ease.
6. They make me look super organized.
My matchy-matchy self loves their uniform look. The quart containers fit perfectly into the door of my freezer, giving it a beautiful and super-organized look.
What are your go-to freezer containers? Share the links the comments below!