When going on a trip that requires taking frozen food with you, keeping it cold is very important. To accomplish that, pack your frozen meals in a cooler that contains a lot of ice packs. The ice packs keep the food nice and cold, which is exactly what you want!.
When packing frozen meals, however, there are some big DOs and DON'Ts to keep in mind. First, DO establish that your frozen food is thoroughly frozen before shoving it in the cooler or bag. This is so important because it will keep your food colder longer on the road. On the flip side, DON'T put your frozen meals out at room temperature for an extended amount of time. If you do this, it can allow bacteria to grow, which can make your food unsafe to eat. Best to keep your frozen meals in the cold until it’s time to enjoy them.
Only pack what will fit in your cooler or freezer. When you pack too tight, air can’t circulate and that can prevent your food from remaining cool enough.
Use plenty of ice packs or dry ice to pack your frozen food. This keeps everything at the proper temperature. The more full your cooler is, your food will stay cooler.
When reheating frozen meals, make sure those meals reach a safe internal temperature. This is critical to eliminate any bacteria that can be in the food.