Best way to freeze meat

I bought a lot of meat in bulk today but I'm not sure the best way to freeze it so it doesn't get freezer burn. Should I wrap it in plastic wrap and then put it in a freezer bag?

Re: Best way to freeze meat

We always just use freezer bags, but it's usually not in the freezer for more than 3 wks.

Re: Best way to freeze meat

I use 2 Ziploc freezer bags & always squeeze out all the air.. Doubling up really does help. It's neater that way when defrosting too.. no drippy mess like with plastic wrap.

If I buy in bulk, I clean it all first & then portion into quart-sized bags.. then put like 3 or 4 separate quart bags full of meat together inside 1 gallon ziploc for the freezer.

I also date the bags with a sharpie & always try to use within 1-2 months. 3 max.

Message edited 2/14/2011 9:53:14 AM.

Re: Best way to freeze meat

I always try to buy in bulk (costco). I typically wrap it in waxed paper and throw in freezer bags

Re: Best way to freeze meat

i usually just use freezer bags... and i try to get as much of the air out as i can