{"id":1849289,"date":"2023-02-02T12:46:38","date_gmt":"2023-02-02T18:46:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/?p=1849289"},"modified":"2024-12-16T10:58:32","modified_gmt":"2024-12-16T16:58:32","slug":"foodsaver-handheld-vacuum-sealer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/foodsaver-handheld-vacuum-sealer\/","title":{"rendered":"The FoodSaver Handheld Vacuum Sealer Keeps Food Fresh and Reduces Waste"},"content":{"rendered":"We love<\/em> leftovers in our house. Since it's just the two of us, we tend to make way too much food, resulting in microwavable meals that can last at least a day or two. And although we use our trusty set of food storage containers<\/a>, there are still foods that are no match against air.\r\n\r\nYou see, leftovers go bad after a few days due to oxygen, which can slip right into storage containers and plastic bags. The air oxidizes the food, breaking it down and making it more prone to bacterial growth (yuck!). That's why that leftover half of that fresh, green avocado looks brown and past its prime the next day, even when it's placed into a storage container. (To solve this problem, check out the Guac Lock<\/a>.)\r\n\r\nLeftovers that go bad before their time, unfortunately, meet an untimely end in the landfill. Food waste is a bigger problem than you might think. In fact, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture<\/a>, an estimated 30 to 40% of the U.S. food supply goes to waste each year. That's not great news for the planet, and isn't ideal for your wallet, either.\r\n\r\nLuckily, the FoodSaver handheld vacuum sealer<\/a> is a superhero that's arrived to fight food waste and remove all that oxidizing air in just the nick of time. It's made by the top-selling brand of home vacuum sealers<\/a> with over 5,400 ratings on Amazon, resulting in an impressive average of four out of five stars. It also does more than keep leftovers fresh\u2014it aids in freezer-ready meal prep and even marinating, making this a multi-use small wonder. Here's how this tiny gizmo can level up your kitchen game.\r\n\r\n[SINGLE_AFFILIATE_PRODUCT superlative=\"We Tried It\" product_name=\"FoodSaver Handheld Vacuum Sealer\" short_description=\"Need to keep snacks fresh, extend the life of produce, or pack food for travel? The FoodSaver handheld vacuum sealer has you covered.\" image=\"1849678\" pr_name=\"Amazon\" pr_url=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/FoodSaver-31161370-Cordless-Handheld-Vacuum\/dp\/B097NJB72Z\" pr_display_text=\"Shop on Amazon\" \/]\r\n
What is the FoodSaver handheld vacuum sealer?<\/h2>\r\nUnlike traditional food vacuum sealers that tend to look like small printers, this one is handheld, making it super easy and convenient to seal up your food. It comes with a rechargeable dock that fits seamlessly onto even the smallest of kitchen counters, and contains a reservoir that can be cleaned in the dishwasher.\r\n\r\nThe FoodSaver handheld vacuum sealer<\/a> has two different functions. There's one \"vacuum\" button that seals food, but then there's another \"marinate\" button that greatly speeds up the marinating process (when compared to non-vacuum methods, it can marinate a meal in just 12 minutes).\r\n\r\nWhen you buy this FoodSaver, it comes as a starter set, complete with the handheld vacuum sealer itself, a charging dock, two quart-size reusable zipper bags<\/a> and a 10-cup container.\r\n\r\nPortability<\/strong>: We love the compact and cordless design, allowing for easy storage and use in small kitchens. It's also lightweight and portable, so it's ideal for quick vacuum sealing tasks without needing to set up a larger countertop sealer.\r\n\r\nBattery life:\u00a0<\/strong>The handheld model has a long battery life. Some users even report that it can handle around 100 seals per charge. This makes it convenient for light, frequent use without needing constant recharging.\r\n\r\nFoodSaver Handheld Vacuum Sealer specs:<\/strong>\r\n
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Easy to use<\/li>\r\n \t
Preserves food for the refrigerator and the pantry<\/li>\r\n \t
Saves marinating time<\/li>\r\n \t
Dishwasher-safe reservoir<\/li>\r\n \t
Helps with meal prep<\/li>\r\n \t
Cordless<\/li>\r\n \t
Comes with a charging dock<\/li>\r\n \t
Easily fits on small countertops<\/li>\r\n \t
Lightweight<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nLooking for more food preservation gear? We love this mini bag sealer<\/a>, herb saver<\/a> and Bluapple produce preserver<\/a>. Add 'em to your Amazon cart ASAP!\r\n
How to Use the FoodSaver Handheld Vacuum Sealer<\/h2>\r\nThis little contraption truly is a cinch to use. The FoodSaver handheld vacuum sealer<\/a> matches up to easy-to-spot circles seen on the bags and containers. All you have to do is press it against the circle, push the desired button and then it does its vacuum-sealing thing. When you want to access your food, they open just like traditional zip-style bags. Plus, there's an included label spot, which is a perk for meal preppers<\/a>.\r\n\r\nWant to see it in action? While people have winning things to say about FoodSaver's larger-scale vacuum sealers (the ones that look a bit like printers), all you have to do is head to the company's official TikTok page<\/a> to witness the differences between these machines. Through a video<\/a> that introduces the handheld vacuum sealer, it's plain to see that it's lightweight, small and convenient when compared to its large-scale predecessors.\r\n
@foodsaverbrand<\/a> Forgot to start a marinade ahead of time? Use our Handheld Vacuum Sealer with the Preserve & Marinate Containers to marinate in minutes! #tiptuesday<\/a> \u266c original sound - foodsaverbrand<\/a><\/section><\/blockquote>\r\n