Although arguably there is no connection between the meaning of a surname and a coat of arms, the origins as known seem to us unlikely given that a coat of arms of great prominence was granted to the family of Hurtado de Mendoza in circa 1600.
Freezing meat keeps bacteria in a dormant stage. However, once thawed, these bacteria can become active again. Never thaw meat on the counter or let it sit out of the refrigerator for more than two hours. In the summer, reduce this time to 1 hour.
After the package is open and resealed properly when returned to the refrigerator, the links will remain fresh for up to seven days. If you choose to put the resealed package back into the freezer, the links will stay fresh in the freezer for up to 30 days.