Will frozen pork or hamburger be good after 2 years?

Frozen pork or hamburger can be safe to eat after 2 years, but the quality may not be as good as when it was first frozen. The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) recommends that ground beef be cooked within 1 year of freezing and whole steaks or roasts within 3 to 4 years. The USDA also recommends that pork be cooked within 4 months of freezing, but it can be kept frozen for up to 1 year if it is vacuum-sealed or well wrapped.

When freezing pork or hamburger, it is important to wrap it tightly in freezer paper or plastic wrap to prevent freezer burn. You can also place the meat in a freezer-safe bag or container. Be sure to label the meat with the date it was frozen so you can keep track of how long it has been in the freezer.

When you are ready to cook frozen pork or hamburger, it is important to thaw it properly. The USDA recommends thawing meat in the refrigerator or under cold running water. You can also microwave meat on the defrost setting, but be sure to cook it immediately after thawing.

Once meat is thawed, it is important to cook it to the proper internal temperature to ensure that it is safe to eat. The USDA recommends cooking ground beef to an internal temperature of 160°F, pork to 145°F, and whole steaks or roasts to 145°F with a 3-minute rest time.