How to Keep Food Fresh on a Road Trip

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Choose a good cooler.

   A good-quality cooler will ensure your food stay fresh throughout the whole road trip.
   
   Make sure you find a cooler that has a drain so you can release melted ice from it.
   
   You should also pick a cooler with a lid gasket to form a airtight seal that stores cold air inside, as well as a strong latch to seal the cooler properly.
   
   You may want to consider getting two or three coolers on your road trip to store and organize your food and beverages separately.
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   Step 2: Make and use ice blocks.

   While crushed ice and ice cubes cool your food faster, they don't last as long and melt quicker.
   
   Ice blocks last longer and can keep your food cold for several hours, including food that's stored into plastic containers.
   
   You may also want to make your own ice blocks by freezing water into jugs or large plastic containers.
   
   This can help you save money and can you prevent you from buying ice blocks at the store.

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