Just got a vacuum sealer. I have questions.

[THoey1963]

Terry, mine is not the same model as yours, but it also has the "autoseal when the bag is placed into the slot" function. But there is a button that will cancel the vaccuum function and just seal (i.e. when you are sealing the first open end of a bag you're making from a roll).

I use it once the vaccuum has engaged in order to stop the suction and just seal - but I wonder whether you can do one seal, then pull the bag out 1/2" and then just hit the button to do a second seal.

I may have to try that.

Thanks Tricky. Next time I have it out I will give a double seal a try using the button. I have used that button before to turn off the suction when making my own bags out of rolls. I just didn't know it might force a second seal too.

 

[CambuiAl]

I just looked on the food saver website and the prices vary greatly. I really like the idea of these but don't really have a lot of extra cash to spend on one right now. Is it worth buying one of the lower end models or should I wait until I could get a middle of the road or better model?

I bought a Cuisinart Vacuum Sealer for US$99 and it works really well so far, but can't say for how long. So far, so good. Video advert for it here.

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[Dwl9113]

I have to ask, how much did that pig cost? Would another $150 be worth spending to make sure that pork doesn't get freezer burned? That model I posted above I got at Walmart for about that same price less shipping. If the meat is going to be in the freezer longer than a couple weeks, the protection and quality are worth it.

It was right over $200 for it. It will be in there for longer than a few weeks lots of pork! But with all the beef and pork prices going way up I see myself buying more in bulk like this with beef also. Payday is Friday so we will see haha.