Seal in Flavor

Healthy Snacks for on the Go

Peanut Butter & Apple

Ingredients

• 6 tsp. peanut butter
• 1 apple, sliced

Directions

1. Cut a bag from the roll of resealable bags. Seal the bag vertically into two compartments with one compartment bigger than the other. Seal one side of the compartments horizontally. Repeat to make three total snack packs.
2. Place 2 tsp. peanut butter in the smaller compartment and one third of the apple in the larger compartment. Repeat until all three snack packs are filled.
3. Seal and store for later use.

Hummus & Carrots

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup hummus
• 24 carrot sticks

Directions

1. Cut a bag from the roll of resealable bags about 6 inches long. Seal the bag vertically into two compartments with one compartment bigger than the other. Seal one side of the compartments horizontally. Repeat to make four total snack packs.
2. Place 2 tbsp. hummus in the smaller compartment and 4 carrot sticks in the larger compartment. Repeat until all four snack packs are filled.
3. Seal and store for later use.

Cheese & Crackers

Ingredients

• 6 oz Swiss cheese, cut into four pieces
• 8 crackers

Directions

1. Cut a bag from the roll of resealable bags about 5 inches long. Seal the bag vertically into two compartments with one compartment bigger than the other. Seal one side of the compartments horizontally. Repeat to make four total snack packs.
2. Place 1 Swiss cheese piece in the smaller compartment and 2 crackers in the larger compartment. Repeat until all four snack packs are filled.
3. Seal and freeze or store in the refrigerator for 2-4 hours for later use.

Image of a cheese and cracker platter with berries and nuts on a wooden board, with vacuum-sealed snacks below.

Marinades in Minutes for Delicious Meals

Eric's Everything Marinade

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1/2 cup rice vinegar
• 1/2 cup your favorite jam (grape, strawberry, blueberry, orange marmalade)
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 1/8 cup Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tbsp. tomato paste
• 1 tsp. Dijon mustard
• 1 tsp. cumin
• 1 tsp. paprika
• 1 tsp. onion powder
• Salt, to taste
• Ground black pepper, to taste

Directions

1. In a blender, blend all the ingredients until well combined.
2. Cut a bag from the roll of resealable bags and seal one end. Use a funnel or measuring cup to pour marinade into the bag.
3. Seal and store the bag in the refrigerator or freezer for later use.

ERIC'S TIP: This marinade goes great with any proteins, including pork tenderloins, chicken breasts, boneless chicken thighs, steaks, London broil, pork chops, and salmon.

Image of jars containing marinades with herbs and spices.

Chicken with Herb Marinade

Ingredients

• 4 chicken breasts, trimmed

Herb Marinade

• 3 tbsp. red wine vinegar
• 1 tbsp. honey
• 1 tsp. salt
• 1/2 tsp. ground black pepper
• 1 tsp. fresh thyme leaves
• 2 tsp. chopped fresh rosemary
• 2 tbsp. chopped parsley
• 1 shallot, minced
• 1/4 cup olive oil

Directions

1. In a bowl, mix all the Herb Marinade ingredients. Place the chicken breasts in a sealable bag and pour the Herb Marinade over the chicken.
2. Cut a bag from the roll of resealable bags and seal one end.
3. Place the chicken breasts in the bag and pour the Herb Marinade over the chicken.
4. Vacuum seal the bag.
5. The vacuum-sealed chicken can be frozen or marinated in the refrigerator for 2-4 hours before grilling.

Image of a grilled chicken breast served with greens and a lemon wedge.

Dill-Scallion-Marinated Salmon

Ingredients

• 4 5-oz salmon filets

Dill-Scallion Marinade

• 3 tbsp. chopped fresh dill
• Juice of 1 lemon
• 4 scallions, chopped
• 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tbsp. soy sauce
• 1/2 tsp. ground black pepper

Directions

1. In a bowl, mix all the Dill-Scallion Marinade ingredients.
2. Cut a bag from the roll of the resealable bags and seal one end.
3. Place the salmon in a sealable bag and pour the Dill-Scallion Marinade over the salmon.
4. Vacuum seal the bag.
5. The vacuum-sealed salmon can be frozen or marinated for 2-4 hours in the refrigerator before grilling.

Image of grilled salmon fillets served with lemon and dill.

Balsamic Vinaigrette

Ingredients

• 2 tbsp. white balsamic vinegar
• 2 tbsp. balsamic vinegar
• 1/2 tsp. salt
• 1/4 tsp. ground black pepper
• 1/2 tsp. granulated garlic
• 1/4 tsp. granulated onion
• 1 shallot, minced
• 3/4 cup extra virgin olive oil

Directions

1. In a blender, pulse all the ingredients until combined.
2. Cut a bag from the roll of resealable bags. Seal the bag vertically into four equal compartments. Seal one side of the compartments horizontally. Repeat to make eight total compartments.
3. Use a funnel or measuring cup to evenly divide the ingredients between the compartments (about 2 tbsp. per compartment).
4. Seal and store in the freezer or refrigerator for later use.

Ranch Dressing

Ingredients

• 1 tbsp. fresh parsley
• 1 1/2 tsp. garlic powder
• 1 1/2 tsp. onion powder
• 1/4 tsp. ground black pepper
• 1 tsp. salt
• 1 tbsp. fresh chives
• 1 cup nonfat plain Greek yogurt
• 1/3 cup buttermilk
• 1 tsp. Dijon mustard
• 1 tsp. lemon juice

Directions

1. In a food processor, pulse all the ingredients until combined.
2. Cut a bag from the roll of resealable bags. Seal the bag vertically into four equal compartments. Seal one side of the compartments horizontally. Repeat to make eight total compartments.
3. Use a funnel or measuring cup to evenly divide the ingredients between the compartments (about 2 tbsp. per compartment).
4. Seal and store for later use.

Chicken Kabobs

Ingredients

• 2 chicken breasts, cut into 6 chunks
• 2 zucchinis, cut into 6 circles about 1 inch wide
• 2 red onions, quartered
• 8 cherry tomatoes

Marinade

• 1/4 cup red vinegar
• 1/2 tsp. onion powder
• 1/2 tsp. paprika
• 1/2 tsp. garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp. ground black pepper
• 1 tsp. salt
• 1 tbsp. honey
• 1/2 cup olive oil

Directions

1. Cut a bag from the roll of the resealable bags and seal one end.
2. Make four skewers by alternating the chicken, zucchinis, onions, and tomatoes.
3. In a bowl, mix all the Marinade ingredients. Place the skewers in a sealable bag and pour the Marinade over the skewers.
4. Vacuum seal the bag.
5. The sealed skewers can be frozen or marinated in the refrigerator for 2-4 hours before grilling.

Image of chicken skewers with vegetables.

Beef Shish Kabobs

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 lb London broil, cut into 2-inch cubes
• 2 red peppers, cut into chunks
• 2 green peppers, cut into chunks
• 8 mushroom caps
• 2 small red onions, cut into chunks

Marinade

• 1 tbsp. soy sauce
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp. chopped rosemary
• 1 tbsp. Dijon mustard
• 1 tsp. sugar
• 1 tsp. coarsely ground black pepper
• 2 tbsp. red wine
• 2 tbsp. red wine vinegar
• 1/2 cup olive oil

Directions

1. Cut a bag from the roll of the resealable bags and seal one end.
2. Make four skewers by alternating the beef, peppers, mushroom caps, and onions.
3. In a bowl, mix all the Marinade ingredients. Place the skewers in a sealable bag and pour the Marinade over the skewers.
4. Vacuum seal the bag.
5. The sealed skewers can be frozen or marinated in the refrigerator for 2-4 hours before grilling.

Sous Vide-Ready T-Bone Steak

Ingredients

• 1 1/2-lb T-bone steak
• 1 tsp. pink sea salt
• 1/2 tsp. coarsely ground black pepper
• 1 sprig rosemary
• 2 cloves garlic
• 2 tbsp. olive oil

Directions

1. Cut a bag from the roll of resealable bags and seal one end.
2. Rub the steak with the salt and black pepper. Place the steak in the bag and add the rosemary, garlic, and olive oil.
3. Vacuum seal the bag.
4. The vacuum-sealed steak can be frozen, stored in the refrigerator for 2-4 hours, or cooked sous vide style immediately.

Image of sous vide cooked T-bone steak served with asparagus and bell peppers.

Grilled Lamb Chops

Ingredients

• 1 rack of lamb, cut into chops

Marinade

• 2 sprigs rosemary, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp. soy sauce
• 2 tbsp. white balsamic vinegar
• 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 1/2 tsp. coarsely ground black pepper

Directions

1. Cut a bag from the roll of the resealable bags and seal one end.
2. In a bowl, mix all the Marinade ingredients. Place the lamb chops in a sealable bag and pour the Marinade over the lamb chops.
3. Vacuum seal the bag.
4. The vacuum-sealed lamb chops can be frozen or marinated in the refrigerator for 2-4 hours before grilling.

Image of grilled lamb chops on a wooden board with cherry tomatoes and herbs.

One-Pot Chicken Thighs & Red Curry

Ingredients

• 4 chicken thighs
• 1/2 tsp. salt
• 1/2 tsp. ground black pepper
• 2 tbsp. olive oil
• 1/2 lb baby potatoes
• 1 shallot, minced
• 8 mini sweet peppers
• 1/4 cup white wine
• 1 tbsp. red curry paste
• 3/4 cup chicken stock
• 1 cup coconut milk

Directions

1. Cut a bag from the roll of resealable bags and seal one end.
2. Season the chicken with the salt and black pepper.
3. Preheat the oven to 375° F/191° C.
4. Place a large sauté pan on the stove top. Add the olive oil. Heat the oil over high heat. When the oil is hot, brown the chicken and potatoes.
5. Make a space in the pan. Add the shallot and peppers and cook for 2-3 minutes.
6. Add the wine, red curry paste, stock, and coconut milk and bring to a boil.
7. Transfer the pan to the oven and cook until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the chicken reads 165° F/74° C (about 15 minutes).
8. Cool and place into the bag, then vacuum seal the other end.
9. Store in the freezer or refrigerator for 2-4 hours. To reheat, either add to a pot of boiling water or microwave until warm.

Image of a pot of chicken thighs, potatoes, peppers, and green beans in a red curry sauce.

Chicken Burrito Bowl

Ingredients

• 2 chicken breasts, diced
• 2 tbsp. olive oil
• 1/2 onion
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 yellow pepper, diced small
• 2 tbsp. chili powder
• 1 cup rice
• 1 1/2 cups chicken stock or broth
• 1 15-oz can black beans, drained & rinsed
• 1 15.25-oz can whole-kernel corn, drained
• 1 cup tomato salsa
• 2 tbsp. chopped fresh cilantro

Chipotle Sour Cream

• 1 cup sour cream
• 2 tbsp. chipotle paste
• Juice of 1 lime
• 1/4 tsp. salt, or more, to taste

Toppings

• 2 cups shredded lettuce
• 1 cup salsa
• 1 cup guacamole
• 4 scallions, chopped

Directions

1. Cut a bag from the roll of the resealable bags and seal one end.
2. Place a stock pot on the stove top. Add the olive oil. Heat the oil over high heat. When the oil is hot, sauté the chicken for 4 minutes.
3. Add the onion, garlic, pepper, and chili powder and cook for 2 minutes.
4. Add the rice and stir. Add the chicken stock, beans, and corn. Cover the stock pot and simmer for 20 minutes.
5. When done, turn off the heat and fold in the salsa and cilantro.
6. Let cool and then vacuum seal the other end of the bag. Store in the refrigerator for 2-4 hours or freeze for later use.
7. To make the Chipotle Sour Cream, in a bowl, whisk together the Chipotle Sour Cream ingredients.
8. To reheat the chicken, microwave or boil in water until warm.
9. Serve topped with the lettuce, salsa, guacamole, scallions, and Chipotle Sour Cream.

Image of a chicken burrito bowl with various toppings.

Beef Chili

Ingredients

• 2 lb ground chuck
• 2 tbsp. olive oil
• 1 small onion, diced
• 1/2 yellow pepper, diced
• 3 tbsp. chili powder
• 1/2 tsp. cumin
• 1/2 tsp. coriander
• 1 tsp. paprika
• 1/4 tsp. hot paprika
• 2 cup red kidney beans
• 1 28-oz can tomato puree
• 1 tbsp. sugar
• 1 tsp. salt
• 1/2 tsp. ground black pepper
• 2 tbsp. chopped cilantro

Directions

1. Cut a bag from the roll of the resealable bags and seal one end.
2. Place a large pot on the stove top. Add the olive oil. Heat the oil over high heat. When the oil is hot, brown the chuck.
3. Add the onion and pepper and cook until tender.
4. Add the chili powder, cumin, coriander, paprika, and hot paprika and cook for 1 minute.
5. Add the beans, tomato puree, sugar, salt, and black pepper and simmer for 45 minutes.
6. Add the cilantro and stir.
7. Let cool and then vacuum seal the other end of the bag. Store in the refrigerator for 2-4 hours or freeze for later use.
8. To reheat, microwave or boil in water until warm.

Image of a bowl of beef chili topped with cheese and green onions.

Beef Stew

Ingredients

• 2 lb beef chuck, cubed
• 1/4 cup flour
• 1 1/2 tsp. salt, plus more to taste, divided
• 1 tsp. ground black pepper, plus more to taste, divided
• 2 tbsp. olive oil
• 1 cup pearl onions, peeled
• 4 carrots, peeled & cut into large chunks
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp. tomato paste
• 12 oz beer
• 3 cups beef stock
• 1 lb baby potatoes
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 sprig thyme
• 1 sprig rosemary

Directions

1. Cut a bag from the roll of resealable bags and seal one end.
2. In a bowl, combine the flour, salt, and black pepper. Toss the beef in the seasoned flour and shake off any excess flour.
3. Place a stock pot on the stove top. Add the olive oil. Heat the oil over high heat. When the oil is hot, brown the beef. Remove and reserve the beef.
4. Add the onions, carrots, and garlic and cook for 2 minutes.
5. Add the tomato paste and cook for 1 minute.
6. Add the beef and beer and cook until reduced by half.
7. Add the rest of the ingredients, stir, and cover the pot. Simmer until the meat is tender (1 1/2-2 hours).
8. Season with salt and black pepper, to taste.
9. Let cool and place into the bag. Vacuum seal the other end of the bag. Store in the refrigerator for 2-4 hours or freeze for later use.
10. To reheat, microwave or boil in water until warm.

Image of a bowl of beef stew served with crusty bread.

Strawberry Watermelon Frozen Pops

Ingredients

• 2 cups watermelon
• 3 cups strawberries

Directions

1. In a blender, mix the watermelon and strawberries.
2. Cut a bag from the roll of resealable bags. Seal the bag vertically into four equal compartments. Seal one side of the compartments horizontally. Repeat to make eight total compartments.
3. Use a funnel or measuring cup to evenly divide the ingredients between the compartments.
4. Seal and freeze.

Image of vacuum-sealed strawberry watermelon frozen pops and sliced watermelon.

Orange Cream Frozen Pops

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups vanilla yogurt
• 1 1/2 cups orange juice

Directions

1. In a bowl, mix the ingredients.
2. Cut a bag from the roll of resealable bags. Seal the bag vertically into four equal compartments. Seal one side of the compartments horizontally. Repeat to make eight total compartments.
3. Use a funnel or measuring cup to evenly divide the ingredients between the compartments.
4. Seal and freeze.

Blueberry Kiwi Frozen Pops

Ingredients

• 2 cups blueberries
• 6 kiwis, peeled
• 1/2 cup water or juice

Directions

1. In a blender, mix the blueberries, kiwis, and water or juice.
2. Cut a bag from the roll of resealable bags. Seal the bag vertically into four equal compartments. Seal one side of the compartments horizontally. Repeat to make eight total compartments.
3. Use a funnel or measuring cup to evenly divide the ingredients between the compartments.
4. Seal and freeze.

Mango Frozen Pops

Ingredients

• 2 cups fresh or frozen mango chunks
• 1 cup mango juice

Directions

1. In a blender, mix the mango chunks and mango juice.
2. Cut a bag from the roll of resealable bags. Seal the bag vertically into four equal compartments. Seal one side of the compartments horizontally. Repeat to make eight total compartments.
3. Use a funnel or measuring cup to evenly divide the ingredients between the compartments.
4. Seal and freeze.

Tips & Tricks

General Tips:

• Use a marker to write the sealing date on everything you put in the freezer or fridge.
• When sealing big meats, like steak or chicken, you can use the double seal to make multiple sections of one bag. Then, when you want to cook one steak or one chicken, simply cut between the double seal to remove what you want.
• Place your leftovers on a plate and then place the entire plate into a bag and seal it.
• Stop using chip clips and rubber bands for your opened potato chip bags. Instead, use the DuoSealer to reseal the bag.
• To keep your coffee as fresh as the day you opened the can or ground the beans, put the coffee in a jar and then vacuum seal the jar.
• Marinate your meats in a container and then seal the meat and container inside a bag to avoid sucking the marinade into the DuoSealer.
• Seal your lunch for work.
• Make your own salad dressing packs for travel.
• Seal important documents to protect them.
• Grocery shop for the week and seal the perishables to stay fresh.
• Seal flour, sugar, and grains to keep out bugs.
• Buy a loaf of bread and seal half for freshness.
• Buy cheese in bulk and seal individual pieces for better cost value.
• Seal electronics if you are out on the boat or near water.
• Seal jewelry to stay organized and keep silver from discoloring.
• Use the DuoSealer to keep your craft materials organized.
• Seal dishes when traveling so they don't leak in your car.
• Seal charcuterie boards when going to parties.
• Sealing your sunblock for the beach.
• Seal your snacks for calorie counting.
• Seal vitamin packs for work.
• When freezing liquids, like soups, sauces, and marinades, freeze the liquid before vacuum sealing.
• Partially freeze meat, fish, chicken, and fruit and then seal to keep the juices in the food.

Other Items That Are Great for Sealing:

• Tools on your workbench
• Arts & crafts
• Pill packs for convenience
• BBQ leftovers
• Fresh catches/fish at the dock
• Cell phones at the beach
• Sandwiches for picnics
• Important documents
• Buy in bulk - individually pack portions
• Sugar/brown sugar
• Flour
• Grains
• Lunch snack packs
• Fresh herbs
• Keep coffee fresh
• Hardware: screws, nails, nuts & bolts
• Candy
• Grass seed

Image showing a workbench with tools and vacuum-sealed items, and another image of vacuum-sealed candies being opened.