For this reason, you should always put a coin in your freezer

Foods That May Be Safely Refrozen

Not all thawed foods are headed for the dumpster. Bread, vegetables, and processed foods typically do not degrade when thawed and then refrozen. Texture might be a bit impacted, but safety won’t. Similarly, fruits prepared to make smoothies or other baked goods may be refrozen without safety concerns.

Knowing what can be safely refrozen reduces waste of food. But high-risk items, such as raw meat or fish, have to be discarded if the coin has moved-meaning they thawed during the interruption of power.