Food Tips & Info > StorageJanuary 07, 2005

Looking For Advice On Vacuum Sealer Bags

I bought a new vacuum sealer to store and freeze meats and leftovers, but after I cut the bags, I have a hard time opening the two layers of the bag. I got so frustrated the last time I just threw the bag away and went to the store and bought freezer bags. I'd really like to use the vacuum sealer, though. Does anyone have any tips?

Nancy

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05/07/2011

Hi, I had the same problem. put scotch tape on the outer sides of the bag (about 1 inch apart) then just pull & they come right apart. Works for me all the time. Dorothy

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05/26/2009

I like Foodsaver brand the best, they don't have the two layer thing.

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05/19/2009

I want to buy a food vac sealer but don't know what is best brand. Price isn't an issue.

By Maureen (Guest Post) 01/13/2005

WHat we do with ours is take 2 small pieces of scotch tape (about 1" ea.) put them on opposite sides of the bag and pull apart

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01/08/2005

What brand did you use? If you use the food saver brand it is very easy. They are a little more expensive but can be reused.

By syd (Guest Post) 01/08/2005

Perhaps you are not cutting far enough from the vacuum seal. When you cut the bag air will immediately enter the bag.

I have never had this problem,

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01/07/2005

Try wetting your thumb and index finger, and rubbing in opposite directions with the bag between. This works in the market, too, for opening plastic produce bags.

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