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Reusable Freezer Bags: Our Top Pick

Polly Conner
By: Polly ConnerPosted: 6/13/22Updated: 6/13/22

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After making thousands of freezer meals over the years, we have finally landed on some of the best reusable freezer bags on the market. Read our thorough review plus our tips and tricks for how to best use them!

3 reusable freezer bags stacked

This post is sponsored by Fresh Menu Kitchen. Opinions are all ours!

As tongue-and-cheek freezer cooking evangelists, we regularly share about the time-saving, money-saving, sanity-saving benefits of freezer meals.

One question we get asked frequently is: “What reusable freezer bags do you recommend?”

Until recently, we didn’t have a great option. Many reusable bags felt cheap and quickly fell apart. The silicone bags we tried were too bulky and expensive.

However, we recently found a winner that we’re excited to endorse: Fresh Menu Kitchen reusable freezer bags.

6 reusable freezer bags stacked up

Why We Love Fresh Menu Kitchen Reusable Freezer Bags

  • They are eco-friendly! The bags are made of food grade PEVA which is recyclable and biodegradable.
  • Each reusable gallon-sized bag will replace up to 100 disposable zip top bags. That’s 300 bags per order!
  • They are affordable. Each bag is less than $5.00. Compare that to popular brands which charge $22.00 for a smaller silicone bag!
  • They are safe–both BPA free and phthalate free.
  • These bags are leakproof. The double thick seam provides an airtight leakproof seal.
  • They stack easily in the freezer and take up very little space.
  • They’re aesthetically pleasing and don’t stain as easily as silicone bags.

What Material Are They Made From?

Fresh Menu Kitchen reusable freezer bags are made from FDA-grade PEVA material.

PEVA is food safe–free of BPA, phthalates, chloride, and lead–and recyclable. These bags are safe for use at room temp, in the fridge, or in the freezer. However, they are not intended for use in the microwave, sous vide or for high heat. Similar to disposable plastic bags, hot foods need to cool before using them.

3 reusable freezer bags in baggy holders with food

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How Do I Wash and Dry Them?

Hand washing is recommended. Fill the bags halfway with warm water and add a small amount of dish soap. Gently swirl bag to make sure all internal surfaces are cleaned, using a bottle brush if necessary. Rinse thoroughly.

Drape the bags over something that will prop them open to dry. We love using our freezer bag stands for this! I also place mine over a tall glass. You can also just put a dishrag in them and lay them flat.

reusable freezer bags drying over baggy rack

Can I Write On or Label Them?

Yes, you can write on the Fresh Menu Planner bags with a dry erase marker. These work really well. Do this before adding in any food, though.

Tomato bisque in a zip top bag

We also have freezer meal labels that you can print out and use as much as you want. Simply attach these labels with tape to your freezer bag before filling with food.

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Tips for Making the Most of Your Freezer Bags

A collection of freezer meals in reusable gallon size bags

Chill cooked dishes before freezing.

Putting foods that are still warm in the freezer can raise the temperature inside it. In addition to that, placing hot food in a reusable freezer bag can result in the plastic releasing chemicals into the food. Third, warm food freezes so slowly that ice crystals form on top, which can also alter the texture of the freezer meal.

Squeeze out as much air as possible.

The goal is to prevent the food being exposed to air, which can result in freezer burn. Freezer burn occurs when the moisture in the outer layers evaporates, leaving behind “dry” pockets. While it isn’t harmful to eat freezer burned food, it can adversely affect texture and flavor.

Follow recommended storage times for freezing meals.

From a safety standpoint, food that is properly packaged and safely frozen (kept at a constant temperature of 0°F or lower) can be frozen indefinitely. Yes, indefinitely! However, even though something may be safe to eat that doesn’t mean it will taste its best after a long time in the freezer. Our general recommendation is that most freezer meals are best eaten within 3 months for optimal flavor and texture.

Thaw freezer meals in the refrigerator.

The best and safest way to thaw a freezer meal is to put it in the refrigerator for 24-48 hours. Thawing time will depend on the size of the meal but plan on roughly 5 hours per pound.

Here is more information about 4 safe ways to thaw food.

Three different meals in zip top bags

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You (and the environment) will be so glad you did. Snag 3 Fresh Menu Kitchen bags at a super low price today!

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Polly Conner

Polly Conner

As co-founder of Thriving Home, Polly’s passionate about helping busy parents get dinner on the table. With a house full of kids, dogs, and (usually) a DIY project in the works, she knows firsthand how every minute (and every dollar) counts. As a business owner, she enjoys wearing multiple hats and serves best as a project manager for Thriving Home.

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  1. AvatarJen S. says

    Posted on 3/11/23 at 8:39 pm

    Has anyone tried putting these in the dishwasher? I know I need something that can go in the dishwasher.

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    • Rachel TiemeyerRachel Tiemeyer says

      Posted on 3/14/23 at 11:39 am

      The owner and creator of these bags said definitely not to put them in the dishwasher, which I know is a bummer. But it destroys the material much more quickly. You can, however, put Stasher silicone reusable bags in the dishwasher. I do that all the time, since it’s safe to do that with silicone. The bummer is that they don’t have a gallon-sized bag!

      Reply
  2. AvatarErica says

    Posted on 8/14/22 at 8:52 pm

    I got a baby bottle drying rack and use that to dry my reusable storage bags. It keeps them open allowing them to dry!

    Reply
  3. AvatarAnna says

    Posted on 7/2/22 at 5:25 pm

    Thank you! I love this rec. Are there any quart sized bags that you recommend? I didn’t see quart sized from the brand you recommended, but maybe I missed it. ☺️

    Reply
    • Polly ConnerPolly Conner says

      Posted on 7/5/22 at 7:27 am

      We need to add this in to our recommendations but I’ve been using this brand for quart-size bags: https://amzn.to/3AorHv9

      Reply
      • AvatarAnna says

        Posted on 7/5/22 at 8:02 pm

        Thank you! I’ll check them out.

        Reply
  4. AvatarSherri A Carlton says

    Posted on 6/16/22 at 11:11 am

    How many times can you re-use these bags?

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    • Rachel TiemeyerRachel Tiemeyer says

      Posted on 6/16/22 at 1:04 pm

      Matt, the owner, told us at least 100x.

      Reply
  5. AvatarKerri says

    Posted on 6/15/22 at 7:21 am

    Where do you get the freezer bag stands?

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    • Rachel TiemeyerRachel Tiemeyer says

      Posted on 6/15/22 at 4:12 pm

      You can find them on Amazon. They are all about the same kind of product.

      Reply

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