Double the twisted top back and close it with a rubber band or metal tie about inch from the food to allow food to expand. If you use freezer bags for dry pack, fill them to within 3 inches of the top. Seal as explained above for a liquid pack in freezer bags. Label each container with name of product and date package. Use the fruit within eight to twelve months for best quality.
Unsweetened fruits lose quality faster than fruits packed in sugar or syrups.
Guide to Preparing Fruits for Freezing Refer to page 2 of this fact sheet for directions on how to use various packs. Steam apple slices for five minutes or use anti-darkening agent. Blackberries or dewberries Select fully ripe, firm berries. Wash carefully in cold water, discarding soft, underripe or defective fruit. Pack into containers or freeze first on tray and pack.