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Ordering Vacuum Food Sealers, Food Savers

One of the best ways to preserve food is freezing.  Freezing keeps the flavor and texture better than any other method available to home cooks.  However, freezer burn, the dehydration of frozen foods causes a lot of waste.  The best way to prevent it and make your frozen foods last longer and taste better, is to remove as much air as possible, and to use thick plastic containers.  Vacuum food sealers, like the FoodSaver brand do this, and I've been using them for over 25 years.

Here are a variety of food sealers, at the best prices I could find. Scroll down this page for photos, descriptions, prices and ordering information. See this page for Canners (all types).

Everything can be shipped by a variety of methods, including overnight, if you have a canning emergency!

For more information, and NO obligation to buy, just click on the links in the Amazon boxes on the left!

Food Sealers for Home Freezing

FoodSaver Food Sealer Vacuum - V2240BS

About $99 (click links at left for current price or more information)

Features

bulletIncludes an 11" x 10’ roll, three 1-qt. and two 1-gal. bags, an accessory hose with storage clips, pen storage and instructional DVD
bulletHas 2 sealing levels
bulletGreat for moist or dry foods
bulletCrushFree control helps protect and store delicate foods
bulletAlso includes a double-wide sealing strip, easy-clean drip tray, canister mode and is compact in size for hands-free operation

 

FoodSaver FreshSaver FSFRSH0051 Handheld Vacuum Sealing System

FoodSaver FreshSaver FSFRSH0051 Handheld Vacuum Sealing System

This is their low-priced version.  Better suited toward re-usable storage, such as in the fridge, when you will be getting into the bag and resealing it. It's new and looks like it will be priced under $20.

Features

bulletRechargeable handheld vacuum appliance for use with specially designed zipper bags and deli tray
bulletGreat for everyday use
bulletOne-touch operation vacuums airtight with the press of a button
bulletEasy clean nozzle catches overflow liquids and is dishwasher safe
bulletHandheld device can be conveniently stored in a drawer for easy access, includes 2 medium zipper bags

 

FoodSaver FSFRBZ0026 1-Quart Zipper Bag, 34-Pack

FoodSaver 1-Quart Zipper Bag, 34-Pack, FSFRBZ0026

Zipper bags for use with freshsaver and mealsaver vacuum appliances. Extra strong double track zipper. Multiply material. Locks air out and freshness in. Keeps deli meat and cheese fresh longer. Great for everyday use. Count/box 34ct-quart zipper bags.

Features

bulletZipper bags for use with freshsaver and mealsaver vacuum appliances
bulletExtra strong double track zipper
bulletMultiply material
bulletLocks air out and freshness in

 

SC Johnson #70055 Ziploc Vacuum Pump/Bags

SC Johnson #70055 Ziploc Vacuum Pump/Bags

Ziploc Vacuum Pump & Bags, For Vacuum Storage To Keep Frozen Food Fresh Longer & Prevent Freezer Burn, Bags Have Built-In Valve For Removing Air, Seal Food In Bag With Zipper, Place Pump Over Valve & Remove Excess Air With A Few Pumps, No Batteries, Contains One Pump & 3 Quart Vacuum Bags, Easy To Use, Dishwasher Safe.

Blake: I really like this one.  I use it for shirt term storage in both the fridge and freezer.  I put a half an avocado in 3 days ago, and the cut surface of the avocado is still bright green!  I still like my FoodSaver better for long term freezer storage, but this is perfect for short term because the bags are reuseable and resealable!

 

Ziploc Vacuum Pump Refill Bags, Quart Size, 12 Count

Ziploc Vacuum Pump Refill Bags, Quart Size, 12 Count

12 Count, Ziploc Quart Vacuum Refill Bags, Bags For Use With Ziploc Vacuum MFG #70055, Zipper Seal With Built-In Valve.

You can also get them a local big box type stores (including <gasp> the mart that sells walls!  But, this online price is even better!
Reynolds food sealer vacuum handi vac

Reynolds Handi Vac Starter Kit

UPDATE: It appears as this one has been discontinued!

Contrasted with the FoodSaver models is the Reynolds Handi-Vac which is very inexpensive, usually under $20. I haven't tested it yet, but it gets rave reviews. (Click on the Amazon box at left for more information, to read the reviews, or to order). It works with ordinary zip-loc type bags.

 

FoodSaver V2840 Advanced Design

Chrome finish
About $102
4.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews 

Features

bulletHome vacuum-packaging system vacuums, seals, and shuts off automatically
bullet2 vacuum speeds; CrushFree Instant Seal; extra-wide nonstick sealing strip
bulletFlip-up space-saving design; stainless-steel lid; dishwasher-safe antibacterial drip tray
bulletBag material, accessory hose, and instructions included
bulletMeasures 16-3/4 by 9-3/4 by 14-1/2 inches
 

FoodSaver Premier Series V1205 Vacuum Sealing Kit, White

About $129 (click links at left for current price or more information)

Features:

bulletAppliance measures 17-1/4 by 6 by 4-¼-inches
bulletEasy to use home-vacuum packaging system; keeps food fresh longer
bullet3-level seal control; hands-free operation; instant seal to stop process
bulletAccessory port for vacuum-sealing cans, jars, bottles, and canisters
bulletIncludes 1-1/2-quart canister, bottle stopper, 3 1-quart bags, and 2 1- gallon bags

Tilia Advanced V2490 FoodSaver Vacuum-Packaging System

About $129  (click links at left for current price or more information)

Features

bulletPulseVacTM control: Start and stop vacuum to
bulletExtra-wide sealing strip provides extra-secure, airtight seal that's 2-times wider
bullet2 speed settings: Optimize vacuum speed for different size bags and canisters
bulletCrushFreeTM Instant Seal: Immediately stops the vacuum process to prevent crushing
bulletCanister Mode: Achieves the best vacuum on canister and accessories

 

FoodSaver Pro III Vacuum Sealing Kit, White

About $249 (click links at left for current price or more information)

Features:

bulletMeasures 20-4/5 by 6-4/5 by 3-3/8 inches
bulletDurable home-vacuum packaging system vacuums and seals automatically
bullet5-level seal control; instant seal to stop process; built-in roll storage and cutter
bulletAccessory port for vacuum-sealing cans, jars, bottles, and canisters
bulletAccessories include bags, dishwasher-safe drip tray, instructions, and more

FoodSaver Continuous Roll Bag Material, 8-Inch by 22-Foot (2 Rolls)

Features:

bulletFor use with all Tilia FoodSaver vacuum-packaging machines
bulletUse rolls to create custom-size food-storage bags by sealing both ends.  Bags have one end sealed already
bulletThree-layer construction: two plastic layers, outer layer of nylon
bulletMaterial keeps moist foods moist, keeps dry foods dry, and prevents odor leakage
bulletBags are resealable, reusable, and dishwasher-safe

Click on the links at left for more information and current pricing and ordering!

 

FoodSaver Quick Marinator 2-1/4-Quart Square Canister (Colors will vary)

FoodSaver Quick Marinator Canister is the perfect shape and size for marinating fish, poultry, and vegetables. Vacuum packaging opens the pores of food, allowing marinades to penetrate deeper and more quickly, cutting the marinating time of your favorite recipes. FoodSaver Rectangular Canisters work with all FoodSaver appliances that have an Accessory Port.

Features

bullet2-1/4-quart square canister with vacuum-sealing lid
bulletMade of durable polycarbonate plastic with clear sides
bulletPerfect for storing leftovers, keeping desserts fresh, and marinating food
bulletWorks with all FoodSaver appliances that have an accessory port
bulletMeasures approximately 9-1/2 by 4 by 9-1/4 inches

 

 

Quart and gallon sized bags

 

Features

bullet5-Ply construction provides barrier to oxygen and moisture
bulletProven to help prevent freezer burn
bulletCan be used in the freezer or refrigerator
bulletMicrowavable, boilable and dishwasher safe

 

FoodSaver 3-Piece Canister Set

Features

bulletThree storage canisters for FoodSaver machines with accessory port, such as:
bulletTilia 00-1400-01 FoodSaver Vac 550 Kit Vacuum Sealing System
bulletTilia 00-1700-00 FoodSaver Vac1050 Kit
bulletTilia 00-0312-01 FoodSaver Professional II Vacuum Sealing Kit
bullet3/4-quart, 1-1/2-quart, and 2-1/2-quart plastic canisters

 

 

 

Canning Jars

Canning jars delivered to your doorstep and guaranteed! Any size you need.  Click on the links below

Canning jars: quart (32 oz) jars

Canning jars: pint (16 oz) jars

Canning jars: 8 oz jars

Quilted Canning jars: 4 oz glass jars

 

 

 

 

8 oz canning jars shown below:

Quilted 4 oz jars below:

Books

Canning books

Canning & Preserving for Dummies
by Karen Ward
Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars
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The Ball Blue Book of Preserving

This is THE book on canning!  My grandmother used this book when I was a child.  It tells you in simple instructions how to can almost anything; complete with recipes for jam, jellies, pickles, sauces, canning vegetables, meats, etc.  If it can be canned, this book likely tells you how! Click on the link below for more information and / or to buy (no obligation to buy)

Click here for more information from Amazon.com about the
Ball Blue Book of Preserving

 


 

Complete Guide to Home Canning and Preserving

by United States Dept. of Agriculture

Practical, easy-to-follow guide contains virtually everything consumers need to know about home canning: how to select, prepare, and can fruits, vegetables, poultry, red meats and seafoods; how to preserve fruit spreads, fermented foods and pickled vegetables; how to prepare foods for special diets, and much more. Also includes scores of simply written recipes that even beginners can handle (smoked fish, turkey-tamale pie, chicken croquettes, more. It's the second book to get, after the Ball Guide. Click on the link below for more information and / or to buy (no obligation to buy)
List Price:   $8.95
Price:   $8.95 & eligible for FREE Super Saver Shipping on orders over $25. 
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More Canning Supplies

       

Lids, Rings and Jars

 

 

 

Need lids, rings and replacement jars? 

Get them all here, delivered direct to your home,  at the best prices on the internet!

 

Pectin, Pickle Mixes and Sauce/Salsa Mixes

Making Jam?  Need Pectin, but the local store is out?

Is your jam too runny? Pectin enables you to turn out perfectly set jam every time.  Made from natural apples, there are also low-sugar pectins that allow you  to reduce the sugar you add by almost half!

Get them all here at the best prices on the internet!

 

Pickling Mixes and Pickling Supplies

Pickles

Whether you want dills or sweet pickles; canning them or straight into the refrigerator; there is a mix for every taste and need here! Get them all here, delivered direct to your home,  at the best prices on the internet! Get everything you need to make pickles: mixes, salt, brine, etc. here!

 
 
 

     

Sauce and Salsa Mixes

Get ready season mixes for tomato sauces and salsas here.  They make it simple to get it right every time!

 

 

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