Freezing food is a good way to save time and money, but how long is too long?

After a certain point, the food flavors and texture start becoming suboptimal. Every food is different, but Real Simple has a good starter list.

Are you a big freezer? Do you date your food before putting it in or is it more of, eh, that seems alright approach?

If you have yet to really delve into freezing food, this can help you get started. After all, freezing food is just one of 20 ways to make the most of your groceries without spending an extra cent.

How Long Will Food Last in the Freezer? [Real Simple]

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