[log in to unmask] writes: > Alex, > I DID buy a freezer. Got a standing, not deep freezer. Also I got a > frost-free...not about to spend time defrosting. I can also fit things > on top of the upright as opposed to the chest. It is worth it to me, > for I expect to be buying meat in quantities. And my husband got a > deer not too long ago. I also purchased a food saver for the > more-expensive type of cuts. That is one of those machines that wraps > meats,etc and vacuum selas them. I am afraid that if i dont eat the > meat fast enough it may end up with freezer burn. We decided to go in > with another family next time that way the meat goes quicker and less > chance of freezer burn. > Lil I bought a dehydrator 2 months ago for jerky, and I recently bought an electric deli style meat slicer :could never cut the meat just right (love that e-bay) the slicer arrived today, can't wait to try it (the meat is defrosting now) my next purchase is the freezer and as you mentioned, I am seriously considering the food saver for the very same reasons. How big is your freezer unit? How much meat do you buy at a time? any tips on purchasing one? Alex