FridgeFilter: I recently overstuffed my freezer and blocked the cold airflow, which partially defrosted some of the food in the far corner, away from the air. I have since restored the freezer temperature, but after several days, the thawed food isn't re-freezing. Why? [more inside]
posted by werty on Oct 22, 2009 - 3 answers

Safe to eat raw refrozen meats that've been defrosted several times? [more inside]
posted by chalbe on Sep 28, 2009 - 5 answers

Why doesn't food in a freezer last forever? [more inside]
posted by Phcyso on Sep 5, 2009 - 4 answers

Buying a freezer. Any advice? [more inside]
posted by boots77 on Aug 5, 2009 - 12 answers

When is it worth trying to fix your own appliances (an Amana ARB1917 bottom-freezer fridge in my case)? [more inside]
posted by Shepherd on Jun 24, 2009 - 11 answers

Chest freezer and GFCI outlets. What's the solution? [more inside]
posted by whatisish on Dec 29, 2008 - 15 answers

Please help me help a friend find a children's book. It involves a little person who lives in the freezer compartment in the supermarket. [more inside]
posted by snarfois on Dec 15, 2008 - 6 answers

What does it mean if my freezer can free meat solid but ice cream remains soft? [more inside]
posted by JFitzpatrick on Nov 23, 2008 - 16 answers

Looking at getting a freezer for a loft. What are the benefits of getting a chest freezer or stand-up freezer in a situation like this? How much of an issue are things like cost, floor space, counter space, efficiency?
posted by sirsteven on Nov 9, 2008 - 6 answers

Mini freezer shopping help. [more inside]
posted by k8t on Oct 21, 2008 - 4 answers

We had some coconut oil in containers in our freezer (we use the oil for popping popcorn - we buy it in bulk and then freeze it for later) and for some reason this latest batch has all turned green. [more inside]
posted by An Infinity Of Monkeys on Oct 7, 2008 - 8 answers

Am I going to be killed in a lasagna-related accident? [more inside]
posted by A Terrible Llama on Sep 22, 2008 - 38 answers

My freezer is not cold enough. Any tips on how to diagnose or fix this? [more inside]
posted by UbuRoivas on Jul 22, 2008 - 12 answers

Contemplating a chest freezer purchase. Questions about power usage, backup power, defrosting it, and choosing the right model. [more inside]
posted by Joh on May 12, 2008 - 14 answers

How can I improve the taste of the ice cubes in my freezer? [more inside]
posted by arianell on Apr 18, 2008 - 22 answers

An aging upright freezer keeps icing over. It claims to be frostless, but you coulda fooled me! Easy repair or big bucks? More inside. [more inside]
posted by GilloD on Apr 13, 2008 - 5 answers

I really like the smell of the inside of refrigerators and freezers. Why on earth is this? [more inside]
posted by Quidam on Feb 11, 2008 - 13 answers

Buying refrigerators for the lab: is there a good reason not to go with consumer models? [more inside]
posted by mr_roboto on Jan 24, 2008 - 17 answers

I want to great a food plan/way of eating with the following requirements: Paleo/carnivore (animals--esp. cow and pig, high fat in animal fat, fish, leafy greens) Once a month cooking (or twice) Cheap in NYC apartment (i.e. no deep freezer to buy whole animals) On the go (on average, four days out of week I only eat breakfast at home) [more inside]
posted by Furious Fitness on Nov 25, 2007 - 10 answers

I just broke my landlady's fridge-freezer. I was scraping ice out of the icy part, and I nicked the cooling device, letting out all the magic gas. Can I fix it? Can my engineer buddies fix it? [more inside]
posted by topynate on Oct 9, 2007 - 9 answers

Thoughts on mini-fridge freezers? [more inside]
posted by lullabyofbirdland on Aug 30, 2007 - 7 answers

What are your favourite "don't cook before freezing" freezer meal recipes? [more inside]
posted by acoutu on Aug 7, 2007 - 19 answers

Why does water constantly collect in our fridge? [more inside]
posted by iamabot on Aug 6, 2007 - 12 answers

Can severely freezer-burned chicken be "rescued"? [more inside]
posted by chrisamiller on Jul 26, 2007 - 12 answers

What is the plan for all this frozen breastmilk I am saving? [more inside]
posted by Joh on Jul 20, 2007 - 23 answers

I'm a novice at fishing. Caught a 12lb bluefish and threw it in the freezer whole...it was late, i was sleepy...did i screw up? or do i just gut it after thawing and refreeze? or gut, clean and cook right away since it was frozen?
posted by Jujee on Jul 15, 2007 - 7 answers

My freezer is too cold but can't turn the knob any lower [more inside]
posted by 0217174 on Jul 15, 2007 - 7 answers

I need a quiet fridge/freezer as I have an open-plan kitchen/lounge. Do I go for a built-in or free-standing model? Just to add another problem... [more inside]
posted by i_cola on Jul 2, 2007 - 5 answers

Are there any labelers (preferably electronic) where the labels will stick to refrigerated glass but be possible to remove later? [more inside]
posted by Caviar on Jun 10, 2007 - 8 answers

SaladFilter: Help me find stuff I can prepare ahead of time, preferably won't spoil (/will survive freezing), and I can simply dump on top of mixed greens and create a delicious salad! [more inside]
posted by anonymoose on May 17, 2007 - 29 answers

Got any easily-frozen-and-reheated recipes with no starch? [more inside]
posted by vorfeed on Mar 14, 2007 - 8 answers

My father refuses to replace his 30-year-old chest freezer. [more inside]
posted by jca on Feb 10, 2007 - 27 answers

Can anyone recommend any guidelines or specific household appliances (eg fridge, freezer, washing machine, sofa and bed) that are reasonably environmentally friendly and affordable (in the UK)? [more inside]
posted by badlydubbedboy on Jun 22, 2006 - 2 answers

Is it ok to put still-warm leftovers in the fridge or freezer? [more inside]
posted by antifuse on Jan 25, 2006 - 44 answers

Should I buy a no frost freezer? [more inside]
posted by davar on Oct 30, 2005 - 11 answers

Can I operate a chest freezer as a refrigerator? [more inside]
posted by Rumple on Oct 12, 2005 - 12 answers

I have a pint-sized fridge. When I moved in it was about 30% full of frost, now, with the onset of the humid season, it's about 95% full. Is there some interesting way to get rid of it, besides just shutting it off and waiting? (I don't own a hair dryer.) [more inside]
posted by crickets on Jun 22, 2005 - 19 answers

We are looking for foods and ingredients that are unaffected (or positively affected) by being frozen. [more inside]
posted by librarina on May 30, 2005 - 24 answers

US fridge-filter. I am trying to find a large refrigerator with a very small freezer. My google skills fail me, and I cannot find any sources that easily provides this information (especially since manufacturers don't report usable cubic footage). Suggestions are also welcome, although it must be Energy Star and shelves that slide out are highly desirable.
posted by QIbHom on Jan 12, 2005 - 6 answers

Need advice on make-ahead meals, saving money on food & buying a freezer... (More inside) [more inside]
posted by Shoeburyness on Oct 13, 2004 - 4 answers

My husband went a little overboard, as usual, and bought 8 gallons of milk because it was on sale pretty cheap. I don't think we can use it before it goes bad. A google search says that you CAN freeze milk...but does it affect the taste? I don't drink milk straight, but is milk that has been previously frozen detectable in baking or cooking? On cereal?
posted by Shoeburyness on Apr 6, 2004 - 18 answers