Freezer paper is a thick paper with a plastic or wax coating on one side. It is different from parchment paper, which has no wax coating, and wax paper, which has a wax coating on both sides. Freezer paper is commonly used in the kitchen to wrap food before freezing, especially cuts of meat like steaks or chicken, to prevent moisture loss and freezer burn. The plastic coating on one side of the paper seals in moisture, and the plain paper side can be labeled with a marker. Freezer paper is also used in craft projects like printing on fabric and quilting. It is a heavy-duty paper that is stronger than foil and can be folded around a piece of meat to wrap it tightly. The plastic side of the paper prevents the juices from meat and seafood from soaking and leaking through. Freezer paper is preferred over other plastic wraps because it can be written on, allowing for easy identification of use-by dates.