food safety
What’s Your Fridge Personality?
Read MoreHeinz Unveils New Ketchup Packets
Submitted on Feb 12, 2010
Dip or squeeze. Innovative plastic ketchup packets are easy to open.
Category: Smart Packaging
Put the Freeze on Rising Produce Costs
Submitted on Jan 19, 2010
One of the most economical ways to enjoy food year round is to purchase food in bulk when it’s in season and store it in your freezer for later use. Of course, you can’t just put your food in the freezer and hope for the best – proper storage is critical.
Category: Smart Packaging
Top Ten Tips on Packaging Your Leftovers
Submitted on Nov 9, 2009
According to the American Dietetic Association (ADA), 99 percent of all holiday meals generate leftovers. Wrapping food properly in air-tight plastic containers can extend the life of your favorite holiday dishes. Follow these simple food packaging and storage tips to make the most of your holiday leftovers. • To prolong freshness, contain and stor [...]
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Chicken Tortilla and Taco Soups from Holly Clegg — A Great Way to Spice Up Thanksgiving Leftovers
Submitted on Nov 9, 2009
Chicken Tortilla Soup Try this short-cut version of one of our favorites—pick up rotisserie chicken for time saver. Serve with tortilla strips, chopped avocado, and shredded reduced fat Mexican blend cheese, if desired. Makes 6 servings 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 2-inch slices 1 onion, chopped 1 teaspoon minced garlic [...]
Category: Smart Packaging
The Nose Knows: Most Americans Rely on “Sniff Test”
Submitted on Nov 9, 2009
[News Release] Plastics Makes it PossibleSM Unveils Surprising Information About American’s Food Storage Habits ARLINGTON, VA (November 9, 2009) Have you ever smelled food in your refrigerator to check if it’s still good before eating? While it’s not very scientific, it’s something that 90 percent of Americans do. And, if you& [...]
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Quick Lasagna from Holly Clegg — A Safe-Food Option For Your Thanksgiving Leftovers
Submitted on Nov 3, 2009
Ever wondered what you’ll do with all that leftover Thanksgiving turkey? With the proper plastic storage, you can keep the turkey fresh and safe to eat for quite a while. Holly Clegg, author of Holly Clegg’s trim&TERRIFIC™ FREEZER FRIENDLY MEALS, offers the recipe below to help you make the most of your holiday cooking. Quick Lasagna T [...]
Category: Smart Packaging
Kitchen Savvy Do’s for Storing and Reheating Leftovers
Submitted on Nov 3, 2009
Plastic packaging can help you keep leftovers fresh and delicious. Find out how.
Category: Smart Packaging
‘Tis the Season: Storage and Heating Tips for Holiday Leftovers
Submitted on Nov 3, 2009
According to the American Dietetic Association (ADA), leftover food lingers after 99 percent of all holiday meals. Knowing the basics of food storage and reheating can help you keep leftovers fresh and flavorful while reducing the risk of food-borne illness.
Category: Smart Packaging
Plastics and the Modern Refrigerator
Submitted on Nov 3, 2009
To see the many and varied benefits of plastics in use at one time, look no farther than your refrigerator. Learn how tough, corrosion-resistant plastics help maximize interior space, resist stains and make refrigerators more energy efficient.
Category: Appliances & Gadgets
Food-Specific Storage Tips
Submitted on Nov 3, 2009
Did you know that grapes keep best in a perforated plastic bag? That’s why most stores sell them that way. Learn more ways to store your favorite foods.
Category: Smart Packaging
