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Reddit mentions of Foodsaver V4400 2-in-1 Vacuum Sealer Machine with Automatic Bag Detection and Starter Kit | Safety Certified | Black and Silver
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Reddit mentions: 7
We found 7 Reddit mentions of Foodsaver V4400 2-in-1 Vacuum Sealer Machine with Automatic Bag Detection and Starter Kit | Safety Certified | Black and Silver. Here are the top ones.
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Save Money and seal freshness in: Meat preserved with the FoodSaver system in the freezer can last up to 3 years and still taste fresh, flavorful, and freezer burn free; Prep ahead meals, leftovers, and produce stored in the fridge will stay fresh up to weeks later instead of spoiling in daysAutomatic bag detection: Automatic bag detection makes vacuum sealing easier than ever: Simply put the bag in the vacuum chamber and the machine does the rest to ensure your food stays fresh and flavorfulSimple to use: Built in roll storage and cutter lets you easily make custom sized bags to fit whatever you seal, while led light indicators easily guide you through the vacuum sealing processVery consistent sealing: Guaranteed to reach an optimal vacuum level and airtight seal; The V4440 is durable, high quality, and backed by a 5 year limited warrantyAutomatic moisture detection: Smart technology automatically detects moisture and switches to the correct mode to ensure an airtight seal is achieved. The patented removable drip tray will catch any overflow liquid and is dishwasher safe, making this kitchen appliance easy to clean and maintainNRTL Tested & Certified Product: All Foodsaver appliances are ETL or UL certified by Nationally Recognized Test Laboratories (NRTLs) for compliance with applicable Product safety test standards; Safety is our number 1 priorityCompatibility: Works with FoodSaver 8 inches and 11 inches vacuum seal rolls, all pre made bag sizes, freshsaver zipper bags, fresh containers, and quick Marinator; Optional accessories include FoodSaver regular and wide mouth mason jar sealers and FoodSaver bottle stoppers for wine and oil bottles
Specs:
| Color | Silver/Black |
| Height | 12 Inches |
| Length | 11 Inches |
| Number of items | 1 |
| Size | One Size |
| Weight | 10 Pounds |
| Width | 20 Inches |
I've used the FoodSaver 4440 for a couple years now (bought it from Costco since it was cheaper than even Amazon was offering)
https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B00DI342B4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_tAAyybAFQ39BM
What I like most is that you can very quickly custom make your own bags depending on how big the products are and it is also very easy to clean
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I use mine nearly every night, enjoy! I recommend this too: food sealer
My sealer has an accessory attachment that vacuums air from small seal on the front of resealable bags. That’s what I use. FoodSaver V4440 2-in-1 Automatic Vacuum Sealing System with Bonus Built-in Retractable Handheld Sealer & Starter Kit, Black Finish https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00DI342B4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_hsycBb1THHNQD
I use this Foodsaver brand sealer, but I don't recall it costing as much as shown on Amazon (bought at Costco). https://www.amazon.com/FoodSaver-V4440-Automatic-Detection-Certified/dp/B00DI342B4/ref=sr_1_8?crid=2LWXNGPHBSJQW&keywords=foodsaver+system&qid=1556562192&s=gateway&sprefix=foodsaver+sy%2Caps%2C135&sr=8-8. It's great for meat and, of course, hops. I break down a pound of hops into 1 oz and 2 oz packages. My only gripe is that I cut down larger bags into fourths and then painstakingly seal up the sides and bottoms to make smaller bags. Time consuming, but I haven't found very small bags to use. Of course, I haven't really looked.
Edit; Okay, I just looked. There's a shit-ton of small bags available. Boy do I feel dumb...
I have a FoodSaver pretty similar to this one that I got in a starter kit from Costco for under $200. I got extra generic bags off Amazon.
I love the FoodSaver. It's got the extra wand thing that works really well at sealing wine bottles (it came with one and I bought two extra vacuum corks), and it holds a roll of the bag material in the top. I use it just about every day and so far haven't had any problems with it.
You could also get a cheaper one and just buy the generic rolls of material on Amazon. As long as it seals, and you can easily tell if it does, you're good.
Also, not sure it's even necessary but I always double-seal my bags. I put the regular seal then put the bag back in and pull it back about a quarter inch and seal it again just to be safe. I'd rather spend the extra minute it takes than risk boiling $100 of filet mignon or prime ribeye.
Kitchen Equipment used.
I used a lot of foodsaver bags for the sole reason I was spending a lot of time and money and didn’t want to risk freezer burn because I was prepping so far in advanced. Food storage first – not including things like Ziploc freezer bags, foil, parchment… and then kitchen equipment:
Foodsaver V4400 2-in-1 Vacuum Sealer Machine with Automatic Bag Detection and Starter Kit | Safety Certified | Black & Silver : Mine is like 9 years old… I don’t know if I would recommend this one exactly had I bought again. I works good.. but the auto bag detection can be finicky… YMMV
https://www.amazon.com/FoodSaver-V4440-Automatic-Detection-Certified/dp/B00DI342B4/ref=sxin_3_osp64-9923e9b1_cov?ascsubtag=9923e9b1-6183-477e-aa56-8a4dfc4129ac&creativeASIN=B00DI342B4&cv_ct_id=amzn1.osp.9923e9b1-6183-477e-aa56-8a4dfc4129ac&cv_ct_pg=search&cv_ct_wn=osp-search&keywords=food+saver&linkCode=oas&pd_rd_i=B00DI342B4&pd_rd_r=88594738-3101-4d09-bd53-96278ca4d2e7&pd_rd_w=UhZe4&pd_rd_wg=ac2zF&pf_rd_p=a23a388c-add5-49df-b293-a31ade89c6bf&pf_rd_r=3YDACSK6QW44JXQA1GTP&qid=1573057908&tag=fsmag_os-20
FoodSaver B005SIQKR6 Special Value Vacuum Seal Combo Pack 1-8" 4-11" Rolls 36 Pre-Cut Bags, 1Pack, Clear : 1st : I bought at Costco when there was $10 off savings. I know the meal prep community can recommend off brand ones. The premade bags are a time saver so I in the future I would only by those in bulk and keep the rolls for random sized things. I know I know, one time use… but I do wash the bags if I can get a second use out of them / depends what I stored in there / do not use for sous vide
https://www.amazon.com/FoodSaver-B005SIQKR6-Special-Vacuum-Pre-Cut/dp/B005SIQKR6/ref=sr_1_7?keywords=food+saver+bags&qid=1573057990&s=home-garden&sr=1-7
Plastic Deli Food Storage Containers with Airtight Lids (12 oz. - 48 Sets) :
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B075CSH8Q7/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o08_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
55 Pack - 2.25 LB Aluminum Pan/Containers with Lids/To Go Containers/Aluminum Pans with Lids/Take Out Containers/Aluminum Foil Food Containers From Spare - 2.25Lb Capacity 8.5" x 6" x 1.5" :
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B071CLMVRD/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o08_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Cuisinart DFP-14BCNY 14-Cup Food Processor, Brushed Stainless Steel – Silver : I think mine is only the 11 cup size…I have had it mine for.. oh 15 years? Maybe longer? and FYI: NOTE: Cuisinart has announced a recall of the older riveted S-blade of our winning food processor, which was included in models sold from 1996 through December 2015. Cuisinart will replace the blade free of charge, and the new blade will fit old machines. Anyone with this older blade should contact Cuisinart at https://recall.cuisinart.com (or call 1-877-339-2534).
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01AXM4WV2/?tag=ccoequippilot-20
KitchenAid KSM75SL Classic Plus 4.5-Qt. Tilt-Head Stand Mixer, Silver : I won’t get into the long story.. but I’m using my OLD (I got for my 16th birthday, so this bad boy has lasted over 16 years!!) Kitchen Aid 4.5 qt tilt head mixer….
https://www.amazon.com/KitchenAid-KSM75SL-Classic-4-5-Qt-Tilt-Head/dp/B00BU27HYO/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=kitchenaid+stand+mixer+4.5&qid=1573058334&sr=8-3
but if you love to bake and have been on Santa’s good girl list like me.. I’m hoping I get this one for Christmas this year!
KitchenAid KSM7586PSR 7-Quart Pro Line Stand Mixer Sugar Pearl Silver :
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B008XF7926/?tag=ccoequippilot-20
Le Creuset Signature Enameled Cast-Iron 7-1/4-Quart Round French (Dutch) Oven, Caribbean : If you live near a Le Creuset outlet.. check there… I got this model (in like an eggplant color) for $180 and there were 0 flaws… It made me wonder why I waited 15 years to get one!
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0076NOHTO/ref=twister_B007BA034A?_encoding=UTF8&th=1
Cuisinart WAF-F20 Double Belgian Waffle Maker, Stainless Steel : https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01IA3HJGG/?tag=ccoequippilot-20
Cuisinart GR-300WS Griddler, Elite, Stainless Steel : https://www.amazon.com/b?node=14552177011&pd_rd_w=Z09x2&pf_rd_p=d3e725e5-9820-431a-824a-b2cb56851b67&pf_rd_r=MV3GQEMZFAYM1344C9M3&pd_rd_r=03f94bd5-9e41-4d7c-a7b7-0de5e8ee0295&pd_rd_wg=d2h15
Zojirushi NS-TSC10 5-1/2-Cup (Uncooked) Micom Rice Cooker and Warmer, 1.0-Liter : Mine is 10 years old—so it doesn’t look exactly like this. I won’t be prepping any rice because this is so easy to make:
https://www.amazon.com/Zojirushi-NS-TSC10-Uncooked-Cooker-1-0-Liter/dp/B0074CDG6C/ref=sr_1_3?crid=3GWEIFTDW8TUQ&keywords=zuroshi+rice+cooker&qid=1573064673&sprefix=zuroshi%2Caps%2C162&sr=8-3
The rest of the equipment is either old, I don’t like it, or I am preparing to replace with much higher quality. I’m also planning to add an instant pot come black Friday/ Cyber Monday.
Vacuum sealer is Amazon territory. They'll probably have this model on sale for the same price it is today but higher MSRP. Just be sure you check Honey or camelcamelcamel that it is a real deal.