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Will a frozen pizza stay frozen in a cooler?

Sure, if the interior is kept below 0C. That's pretty hard for most coolers, which are, as the name suggests, coolers. However depending on the ambient temperature and if you used dry ice (frozen CO2) you could keep the pizza frozen.



A frozen pizza can stay frozen in a cooler, but only if you use a high-quality insulated cooler and the correct type of refrigerant. If you simply use standard ice cubes, the pizza will likely begin to thaw within 4 to 6 hours because ice melts at 0°C (32°F) and a freezer is typically -18°C (0°F). To keep a pizza "rock-hard" frozen for a long road trip or camping, you should use dry ice or high-performance "sub-zero" gel packs. When using dry ice, be sure to wrap the pizza in a layer of cardboard or a towel so it doesn't come into direct contact with the ice, which can cause "freezer burn" on the crust. Additionally, you should "pre-chill" the cooler by keeping it in a cool room or putting a sacrificial bag of ice in it overnight before you pack the pizza. The more "dead air" space you have in the cooler, the faster the contents will thaw; fill any gaps with extra ice packs or crumpled newspaper. If the cooler is packed tight and remains closed, a pizza can stay frozen for 24 to 48 hours. If the crust becomes soft or the cheese feels squishy, it has likely entered the "danger zone" for bacteria and should be cooked immediately or discarded.

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In the Freezer If the slices are wrapped securely in foil or plastic wrap or are properly sealed in an airtight container, your pizza can retain its quality for one to two months. While it's likely safe to consume beyond this point, it may not be as tasty by then.

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Place a single layer of slices on a dinner plate, top with a layer of wax, freezer, foil, or parchment paper. Keep stacking, alternating pizza and paper, until all the slices are on the plate. Wrap the whole thing tightly up in plastic wrap and place it in the refrigerator. That's it!

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Food held between 5oC and 60oC for less than 2 hours can be used, sold or put back in the refrigerator to use later. Food held between 5oC and 60oC for 2-4 hours can still be used or sold, but can't be put back in the fridge. Food held between 5oC and 60oC for 4 hours or more must be thrown away.

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