FoodSaver FM5000 Series 2-in-1 Vacuum Sealing System and Starter Kit

We have saved A LOT of money on food with this machine. vacuum sealing foods makes them last so much longer. Not only raw/uncooked foods but all of our left overs are vacuum sealed and they last twice as long for future consumption. Another huge plus is, we use the FoodSaver machine to reseal/vacuum seal food items in their original packaging which not only saves money on the food items but also saves money on the FoodSaver bags. Pretty much every bag of chips or snacks are re-sealable. We love this machine and we use it everyday!

If you like to have your food fresh for longer period and are tired of throwing food away because of spoilage or just that annoying freezer burn, then you are ready to invest into a good vacuum sealer system. We use our food saver to extend the storage life of our foods. I've been able to save so much money just because I can buy in bulk, use a bit at a time without foods going bad: bread, cookies, herbs, veggies, meats, salads etc. I love the reusable zipper vacuum bags, and I keep stuff that I want to last a little longer in those - like guacamole and vegetables. We see such a difference in the items we freeze for later use. So easy to use and came with great bag start-up options. This product will save you money on your frozen meats by protecting them for longer periods of time. No freezer burn. Make sure you par freeze ground meat before sealing it. Otherwise the meat will spread out flat and make it hard to get it sealed. The handheld sealer works great on the Foodsaver bags, it's quick and simple to use. This device definitely excels at short to medium term storage, not sure if it will preserve foods for years. Lastly, this little machine barely takes up counter space, but it does have a busy corner in my kitchen. This is a must for anyone who buys food in bulk and wants to minimize the amount of food waste.