Previously Frozen...do Not Re-Freeze

[pastafreak]

Just saw this on a packet of raw lamb mince I'd put in the freezer.
Would you go ahead and use it anyway?

[barry1010]

Yes

[barry1010]

I regularly buy wild salmon that has previously been frozen and defrosted. The instructions assure me I can refreeze it and I have done many times.
https://theconversation.com/you-can-thaw-and-refreeze-meat-five-food-safety-myths-busted-51125

[calmck]

Yes. Cook well

[pastafreak]

So have I Barry. But in this case, it's do NOT Re-Freeze. Is it a food safety issue...or quality? Which is what I initially thought it would be.

[pastafreak]

Well, it would probably be in the slow cooker for ages ;)

[calmck]

De frost and smell it! If in doubt don't use. Don't take my word for it but probably ok if cooked well

[MallyJ]

Of course.....I would just make sure it is cooked through.

[calmck]

Can't do links but if you google "can meat be refrozen " lots come up and the answer seems to be yes

[barry1010]

It's just a quality issue, meat can be a little drier if frozen twice.