How to Organize Your Freezer From Start to Finish

Empty your freezer and scrutinize the contents

• Put on your gloves and begin pulling items out of your freezer.
• Pitch anything that’s a solid block, has ice crystals or looks like it has defrosted and refrozen.
• Toss items that look or smell freezer burned or are discolored.
• Discard anything past a printed expiration date. Consult these food safety guidelines for anything you’re unsure about.
• Set up an ice cooler and place keeper items inside it so they stay cold while you work.