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Post by movieliker on Feb 28, 2019 9:36:33 GMT
I just bought 14 chicken legs, normally priced at 12 dollars, on sale for 5 dollars.
The "sell by" date is today.
So I am baking 7 of them in white wine.
And freezing the other seven.
What do you think?
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Post by Aj_June on Feb 28, 2019 9:56:45 GMT
I just bought 14 chicken legs, normally priced at 12 dollars, on sale for 5 dollars. The "sell by" date is today. So I am baking 7 of them in white wine. And freezing the other seven. What do you think? I am no expert in this field but we had a similar discussion on old F&D board. I believe meat can usually be frozen and consumed later. I am assuming your freezer allows for freezing at -17 C temperature or less. But one important thing is that the meat should be alright before you freeze it. If you have already opened the pack then you should know the quality of meat right now. Also, once you thaw it later you can trust your nose and eyes to some degree regarding its quality. But from what I believe, meats are foods that definitely have a long long life when they are frozen. Even cooked meat can be fine for weeks. Uncooked most probably even longer.
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Post by Caesar Roberto on Feb 28, 2019 10:31:54 GMT
Those came from 7 animals that had to be killed to get those 14 legs. So yes of course $5 is a "good" deal. It's TOO good. If it was up to me meat would cost a lot more, and vegetables etc a lot less. Food pricing is totally out of whack.
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Post by movieliker on Feb 28, 2019 11:31:14 GMT
Those came from 7 animals that had to be killed to get those 14 legs. So yes of course $5 is a "good" deal. It's TOO good. If it was up to me meat would cost a lot more, and vegetables etc a lot less. Food pricing is totally out of whack. Those 7 animals were going to die one way or another. If we don't eat them, some coyote or fox or bobcat will. |
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Post by lenlenlen1 on Mar 1, 2019 17:55:14 GMT
I just bought 14 chicken legs, normally priced at 12 dollars, on sale for 5 dollars. The "sell by" date is today. So I am baking 7 of them in white wine. And freezing the other seven. What do you think? I think you're ok
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Post by movieliker on Mar 1, 2019 19:37:11 GMT
I just bought 14 chicken legs, normally priced at 12 dollars, on sale for 5 dollars. The "sell by" date is today. So I am baking 7 of them in white wine. And freezing the other seven. What do you think? I think you're ok I am not worried about the chicken. I have done that before. I was more concerned about the price. |
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Post by lenlenlen1 on Mar 1, 2019 19:38:39 GMT
I am not worried about the chicken. I have done that before. I was more concerned about the price. Oh yeah, that a kick ass deal. I'd do that!
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Post by movieliker on Mar 1, 2019 19:39:21 GMT
I am not worried about the chicken. I have done that before. I was more concerned about the price. Oh yeah, that a kick ass deal. I'd do that! Thanks !!! |
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Post by lenlenlen1 on Mar 1, 2019 19:43:07 GMT
Oh yeah, that a kick ass deal. I'd do that! Thanks !!! Don't thank me. Thank your grocer for the great deal! LOL!
And maybe post your white wine chicken recipe!
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Post by movieliker on Mar 1, 2019 19:56:04 GMT
Don't thank me. Thank your grocer for the great deal! LOL!
And maybe post your white wine chicken recipe!
It was Winn Dixie. My schedule only allows me to grocery shop late at night. Then they put things on sale they are trying to get rid of. But you need a Winn Dixie card to take advantage. Sure. Wash the chicken. Line aluminum pan with aluminum foil. Spread out chicken and salt. Wait for salt to sink in. Pre heat oven to 350 degrees. Flip chicken and salt other side. Wait for salt to sink in. Pour white cooking wine in pan. Deep enough to cover half of each piece of chicken. Put in oven for 30 minutes. After 30 minutes, take out pan and flip chicken. Put back in for another 30 minutes. After final 30 voila'. Wine keeps chicken moist and tender. Especially good for white meat pieces. Which have a tendency to be dry. Put any uneaten chicken in sealable container. Pour delicious white wine and chicken gravy over the chicken. Wait until it reaches room temperature. Put in refrigerator. Gravy will turn into a delicious jell, that turns back to liquid at room temperature. Great for pouring over side dishes like rice, pasta or potatoes. If you have the time and money, chop up onions, garlic, bell pepper, and tomatoes and spread on top before putting in oven. Improves the taste and appearance. |
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Post by No_Socks_Here on Mar 2, 2019 11:35:39 GMT
Being a fellow New Orleanian I get meat bargains at Winn-Dixie all the time. Into the freezer they go and I take them out as needed. They last for months that way. BTW...I'd cook them all and freeze what you don't eat cooked.
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Post by BATouttaheck on Mar 2, 2019 19:38:56 GMT
Whether something is a "Good deal" is easier to tell by the per pound cost and comparing with same store regular price and price in other stores.
Aldi's just had chicken legs and chicken thighs on special for $.69 per pound and this week they are $1.49 per pound.
Poultry is a meat that they recommend using within a few months if frozen .. not for safety .. more for quality of the meat. But they also say not to freeze ham .. but I do and keep it past the recommended time and it's fine !
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Post by gameboy on Mar 2, 2019 21:45:02 GMT
Yes, if they're a compete leg, thigh and drumstick, that's a great deal. And those expiration dates are not finite. You can eat chicken a few days after the expiration date and you will not die.
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Post by movieliker on Mar 3, 2019 1:13:09 GMT
Yes, if they're a compete leg, thigh and drumstick, that's a great deal. And those expiration dates are not finite. You can eat chicken a few days after the expiration date and you will not die. I agree. I don't live and die by "sell by dates" or "best if used by dates". I just use them as a loose guide. |
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