replacement for freezer bags?

[BaBaBa]

Can anyone recommend an alternative to those nasty Ziploc bags? I'm trying to phase them out of my life.

[snanna]

Freezer paper sealed with masking tape works okay-- you need a couple of layers and a tightly folded closure to make it airtight, but it does work. Tinfoil I have found to be not as good, as it doesn't keep the moisture from sublimating out-- not airtight enough. Some people freeze in mason jars (put the lid on after it's frozen, and thaw slowly to avoid cracking).

[reducereuserecycle]

yep, that freezer paper is good. or some pyrex bowls w/ plastic lids may work.

[littlecityfarmer]

Canning jars w/ plastic lids instead of metal rings (you can get them in Regular and Wide Mouth for $3/12 or less). Jars are under $10/12 new, and there are tons at garage sales/thrift stores and Freecycle!

[sedalbj]

Originally Posted by beansmommy

Canning jars w/ plastic lids instead of metal rings (you can get them in Regular and Wide Mouth for $3/12 or less). Jars are under $10/12 new, and there are tons at garage sales/thrift stores and Freecycle!

i just got some of those white plastic lids, they are nicer to use than the rings, definitely. i had the freezer bags too, i wish i could find a better solution.

i have an unlimited supply of quart jars i got off craigslist and would love to use them as much as possible, but for instance herbs, do i put the herbs in the jar and take up lots of space or in a plastic bags where i can squeeze the air out? someone needs to come up with reuseable freezer bags!

[granola_mom]

I love love love these glass tupperware-type containers i got from ikea yesterday!! I want to go back and buy a whole bunch more!! They come in different capacities, have grooves that stack and they seal really well. It says they are safe for the freezer.