is it safe to freeze cooked food in take away containers?

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Hi there, does anyone know if its safe to freeze food that i have cooked at home in take away containers , then remove the food from the containers before defrosting it in the microwave, save those containers and reuse them over and over again? are they safe ? thank you .
 
I do all of the time. Especially for lasagna or casseroles. That way I can take them out of the freezer in the morning, take them to work and leave them on my desk until lunch. By then they are no longer frozen and ready to heat and eat.

I reuse all containers and I think the best brand is rubbermaid because the seal on the top is the best.
 
I can't think of a reason they would not be safe to freeze food in. I would be careful microwaving if it is a plastic container. The plastic releases harmful toxins when you microwave in the containers. You could certainly use them for leftover and use paper plates or glass dishes to use in the microwave.
 
I wouldn't.

They won't seal well. And really those frrezer conatiners will fit better in your freezer.

You can even buy plastic containers at the dollar store.
 
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