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Home » Home & Garden » FoodSaver Vacuum Sealer Review

FoodSaver Vacuum Sealer Review

Published: Dec 12, 2016 by Arlene Mobley · This post contains affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

 FoodSaver Vacuum Sealer Review

Disclosure: I am a brand Influencer of Jarden Consumer Solutions. Jarden Consumer Solutions sent me a FoodSaver® FM5000 Series Food Preservation System  so I could use and give you my honest opinion of it. The opinions expressed are mine alone.

Have you been in the market for a vacuum sealer? I recently had the chance to review the FoodSaver® FM5000 Series Food Preservation System. It is the newest FoodSaver Vacuum Sealer. Read on to find out why I think you should put the FoodSaver Vacuum Sealer on your Christmas list!

FoodSaver® FM5000 Series Food Preservation System review via flouronmyface.com

FoodSaver Vacuum Sealer Food Preservation System prevents freezer burn

This was my first experience using a vacuum sealer to preserve food. I decided to freeze some premade hamburger patties. I love making up indivudual hamburger patties and freezing them.

It is so easy to pull one or two frozen hamburger patties out of the freezer and cook them for lunch or dinner. What I normally do is just tuck each premade hamburger pattie in a plastic sandwich bag.

The problem with that is freezer burn. There really isn't an easy way to get all the air out of a zip topped plastic baggie. Anytime I've had the premade burgers in the freezer for more than a week I've noticed those pesky little ice crystals forming.

Once those ice crystals form no matter what the food is it gets a weird flavor to it that we just can't stomach eating. The ruined frozen food is gets tossed. What a waste of money!

FoodSaver Jalapeno Popper Stuffed Burgers via flouronmyface.com

When you freeze burgers or any food with the FoodSaver® FM5000 Series Food Preservation System freezer burn is a thing of the past. No more wasted money because you had to toss food that was ruined due to freezer burn.

FoodSaver® FM5000 Series Food Preservation System is easy to use!

First off it was so easy to use the FoodSaver® FM5000 Series Food Preservation System right out of the box. There is a handy full color guide with step by step photos and instructions showing you how to make a bag and seal a bag. There is also an option for sealing dry or wet foods which is perfect if you are freezing a freezer meal soup.

The instructions were very easy to follow and understand for this first time user. That alone was very good news to me because I'd never used a food vacuum sealer before and I have bought other products where the instructions were almost impossible to understand and I eventually just went online to find clearer directions.

FoodSaver Vacuum Sealer review via flouronmyface.com

 FoodSaver Vacuum Sealer Preservation System has a few options for preserving food

I love that with the FoodSaver® FM5000 Series Food Preservation System you have the option to make your own bags with vacuum seal rolls available in different sizes.

Or you can purchase vacuum zipper bags in quart or gallon sizes. I even found these great FoodSaver Single-Cooking Bags on Amazon. Which means you can freeze a single serving or up to four servings of vegetables, soup or freezer meals in the cooking bags then pop them in the microwave to cook.

These FoodSaver single cooking bags are going to be a game changer for me with my freezer meals. Now it will be easy for me to cook one freezer meal and split it into smaller servings before freezing.

You also can purchase FoodSaver Vacuum Sealed Fresh Containers to extend the shelf-life of dried goods in the pantry or fruit and vegetables  you store in the refrigerator.

The Retractable Handheld Sealer is conveniently tucked into the top of the FoodSaver® FM5000. Which is great so you don't have to worry about losing the hose or pieces when you need to seal a container.

FoodSaver retractable handheld sealer via flouronmyface.com

I decided to test out the FoodSaver® Vacuum Sealer FM5000 Series Food Preservation System with some hamburger patties.

Premade Hamburger Patties with the FoodSaver via flouronmyface.com

I made some jalapeno popper stuffed hamburgers and made a few preseasoned unstuffed burgers for the kids.

Stuffed Burgers made with the FoodSaver Vacuum Sealer via flouronmyface.com

I made my stuffed burgers, sealed them up with the FoodSaver Vacuum Sealer and popped them in the freezer for a month to see how the burgers would taste after being frozen for awhile.

Stuffed Burgers FoodSaver recipe via flouronmyface.com

I'm happy to report that I enjoyed a Jalapeno Popper Stuffed Burger for lunch today and it was delicious. No weird freezer burn flavor! It tasted just as good as if I had made it right before I cooked it.

I can't wait to use my FoodSaver Vacuum Sealer this winter when all the Florida winter fruits and vegetables are in season. I can't wait to freeze some fresh winter strawberries.

I usually buy Florida strawberries by the flat and freeze them. They always get covered with ice crystals. I'll be able to enjoy a fresh strawberry smoothie all winter long with frozen strawberries that don't have that weird freezer taste to them.

FoodSaver® Vacuum Sealer FM5000 Series Food Preservation System details

FoodSaver® FM5000 Series Food Preservation System retails for $149.99 -199.99 and is available at major retailers such as WalMart, Costco, Sam's, Target and online.

Connect with FoodSaver on Facebook and head over to the FoodSaver website for more information on all the FoodSaver products and where you will find a holiday special for up to 30% off and free shipping.

The FoodSaver FM5000 Series Food Preservation System is a perfect Christmas gift for the food preserver in the family or for yourself if you love saving time in the kitchen with freezer meals.

 FoodSaver®  Vacuum Sealer FM5000 Series Food Preservation System

  • NEW Express Bag Maker automatically creates a seal for your next bag, reducing bag making steps by 50%*
  • Retractable Handheld Sealer for use with FoodSaver® Vacuum Zipper Bags, Containers and Accessories
  • NEW Easy Access Open Roll Storage helps keep track of bag inventory so you always know when you're running low
  • NEW Low Cutting Surface allows you to use your counter as your work space to accurately measure custom sized bags
  • NEW Vacuum View Window that enables you to see where you seal for optimal control and reduces over 30% of roll waste*
  • NEW Compact Size is perfect for countertop storage
  • NEW Ergonomic Sealing Angle offers ease of use and comfort
  • NEW Smudge-Resistant Brushed Aluminum Finish makes for easier clean-up
  • Dishwasher Safe Patented removable drip tray

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  1. FoodSaver FSFRSH0051 

    December 14, 2016 at 3:51 pm

    You must plan the grocery list, the menu and your time but having meals ready anytime you nwed them
    makmes the extra effort worth it. Hard vegetables, such as winter squash
    and carrots, should be cooked until jusst soft
    prior to freezing. Many may suggest various methods for
    storibg coffee.

    Reply
    • Arlene Mobley

      December 14, 2016 at 8:50 pm

      Yes some planning is needed but like you say it is so worth it. I went to the Farmers Market yesterday. It is Farmers market season here in Florida. I came home and made up about 10 freezer bags full. Florida Strawberries are just coming into season here. I can't wait to freeze up a bunch of smoothie packs. It is going to make making smoothies so easy!

      Reply
  2. J. McCaskill

    December 12, 2016 at 10:38 pm

    I still have the first one out years and years ago. The only thing that does not work is the vacuum canisters that you seal--they do not hold their seal.
    The only thing I do not like is the increased price of the bags that you have to buy to seal the meals. Otherswise, I like it and use it often.
    J McCaskill

    Reply
    • Arlene Mobley

      December 12, 2016 at 11:55 pm

      J

      It's good to hear you have your FoodSaver from years ago. They last forever and that is a good thing to know for anyone who is on the fence about purchasing one. I've seen a few videos where the person mentioned washing and reusing the bags which will help in the cost. I know I am going to save hundreds of dollars on food every year if not more. This week I am baking gingerbread houses to take to my daughter's house so the grandkids can decorate them. I am planning on sealing each un-assembled gingerbread house in a bag so it will be easy to transport.

      Reply
  3. Zen

    December 12, 2016 at 6:06 pm

    I have had a foodsaver for many years. When the old one wore out I bought a new one. The option on the model you reviewed which automatically seals the end of the new bag sounds great. If you can't afford a new one check the Foodsaver web site. They sometimes have refurbished units available.

    Reply
    • Arlene Mobley

      December 12, 2016 at 11:47 pm

      Zen

      Great tip on a refurbished FoodSaver. I think the money saved over time on food will make the price worth it. It is a good item to put on a wish list for Christmas. Thank for stopping by!

      Reply
  4. Deborah Chism

    December 12, 2016 at 12:08 pm

    I had a Food Saver many years ago when the first came available at Fairs. Unfortunately in my Divorce my husband actually got it. I have wanted to replace it ever since but raising kids and being disabled I have never been able to replace it. I would love to win this cause I know it is a great product and also since I am elderly I can make a freeze for the month and that would make it easier on me.

    Reply
    • Arlene Mobley

      December 12, 2016 at 12:13 pm

      Hi Deborah

      Sorry to hear you lost your Foodsaver! I wish I could offer one for a giveaway but this is a review post without a giveaway. Maybe sometime in the future I can get a giveaway going so keep your eye out!

      Reply

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