Can I Pickle Green Beans Or Other Unusual Veggies?

“Hey! I’ve been pickling cucumbers with my grandmother as long as I can remember, but I’ve got tons of green beans in the garden this year, and I

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Can I Freeze Dry Food Using My Home Freezer?

“Hey there! I’ve been trying to get more into food preservation at home, and I’ve read about freeze-drying food and how it can last for years. I’d love

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Can I Ferment Food Without Using Salt?

“I’ve been fermenting foods for a while now, but recently I’ve been trying to cut down on salt due to health reasons. I’ve heard mixed things about fermenting

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Can I Freeze Food In Reusable Silicone Bags?

“Hey, so I’m looking to reduce single-use plastic in my kitchen and was wondering about using reusable silicone bags for freezing some of the meals I’m prepping for

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Can I Store Food In Glass Containers Instead Of Plastic?

“I’ve been trying to get away from using plastic containers for storing my food but I’m not sure if glass containers are a better option. I want to

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Can I Freeze Dry Cooked Meals And How Do I Store Them?

“I’ve just started freeze drying at home and I’m wondering if I can safely freeze dry already cooked meals like soups, stews, casseroles, etc. I love the idea

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Can I Reuse Vacuum Sealing Bags And How Do I Clean Them?

“I’ve been vacuum sealing leftovers for a while, but I hate the waste of tossing the bags after one use. Can I reuse vacuum sealing bags for food

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Can I Dry Herbs In The Oven And What Temperature Should I Use?

“Hey there! I’ve got a small herb garden with basil, rosemary, and thyme, but I’m struggling to keep everything fresh before it goes bad. I’ve heard you can

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Can I Store Crops In Containers In A Root Cellar, Instead Of On Shelves?

“I’m building my first root cellar, but I’m limited on space for shelving. The containers are cheaper and easier to manage, so I’m wondering if I can just

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Can I Cure And Smoke Sausages Or Ground Meat?

“I’ve been making my own fresh sausages lately, and I’m wondering if I can cure and smoke them. The problem is I’ve never done it before, and I’m

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Can I Can Food Without Using A Canner?

“Hi! I’ve been given a bunch of surplus fruit and vegetables and thought I’d extend my food preservation skills by canning them. However, I don’t have one of

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Can I Freeze Dairy-Based Sauces Or Soups?

“I’ve got a batch of dairy-based roasted garlic soup leftovers and I’m wondering if I can freeze it. I’ve tried freezing soups with cream or milk before, and

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What’s The Danger Zone Temperature For Perishable Food?

“Hi, I’ve recently started preserving food more regularly, but I’m still trying to get the hang of proper storage and food safety. Last week, I prepared a batch

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Can I Pickle Dairy Products Like Cheese?

“I’ve been experimenting with traditional veggie pickling for years, but recently I picked up a beautiful block of mozzarella from a local farmer’s market and wondered—can you pickle

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Can I Ferment Dairy Products Like Yogurt And Cheese At Home?

“I’ve recently started making my own yogurt at home, Patricia, but now I’m curious about branching out and fermenting other dairy products like cheese or kefir. I have

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Can I Dehydrate Food In An Oven?

“Hi, I’m getting into food preservation and I’m wondering: can I dehydrate food in my oven? I know some people use food dehydrators, but I’d rather not buy

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What’s The Difference Between Freeze Drying And Dehydrating?

“I’m pretty new to food preservation, but I’m really excited about starting! Right now, I’m trying to decide between freeze drying or dehydrating for my garden harvest. I

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What’s The Best Way To Store Food In The Freezer?

“I have a ton of extra vegetables from my garden this year—way more than I expected! I’ve already canned as much as I can and was thinking about

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What’s The Difference Between Air Drying And Using A Dehydrator For Herbs?

“I’ve started growing a small collection of herbs at home this year, and I’m absolutely loving it! I’ve been thinking about preserving them, but I keep seeing advice

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What’s The Best Way To Store Root Vegetables In A Root Cellar?

“I recently harvested a bunch of root vegetables—carrots, beets, potatoes, and parsnips—and I want to store them in my root cellar for the winter. The problem is I

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