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How Do I Make Herb Powders From Dried Herbs?
“Hi! I’ve got a whole bunch of dried herbs from my garden that I want to turn into powder, but I’m not sure where to start. I’ve tried
How Do I Monitor Temperature And Humidity In A Root Cellar?
“Hi there! I’ve been using a root cellar on my property here in Ontario for a few years now. It works okay overall, but I really struggle with
How Do I Prevent Mold When Curing Meat?
“I’ve been getting into curing my own meats at home, particularly dry-cured sausages. Everything was going well until I noticed some white and even greenish mold growing on
How Do I Store Vacuum Sealed Food In The Fridge Vs. Freezer?
Hey, I want to start vacuum sealing meals since I’ve got a busy schedule—prepping meat, veggies, soups, and just storing all that in both the fridge and freezer.
How Do I Make Pickled Jalapenos?
“I’ve got a garden full of jalapeños down here in Newcastle, NSW, and they’re ripening fast! My family loves to put pickled jalapeños on tacos and sandwiches, and
How Do I Prevent Freeze Dried Food From Absorbing Moisture?
“I’ve been freeze-drying some of my veggies and fruits for long-term storage, but I noticed that after a while, they start getting soft again, especially when I take
How Do I Freeze Herbs To Keep Their Flavor?
“I’ve been growing a bunch of herbs in my little garden here in western Canada and want to know the best way to freeze them without losing that
How Do I Make Fruit Leather With A Dehydrator?
“I just picked a whole lot of apples from my tree and I’d love to make fruit leather at home. I have a dehydrator but I’ve honestly never
How Do I Know When My Fermented Food Is Ready To Eat?
“I’ve been experimenting with fermenting vegetables like cucumbers and carrots at home for a few months now, but I still don’t feel confident about knowing when they’re ready
How Do I Store Food In Airtight Containers For Long Term Use?
“Hey! I’ve just started seriously getting into food preservation and I’ve been curious about using airtight containers for long-term storage. I’ve got a surplus of dried beans, rice,
How Long Should I Process Jars In A Pressure Canner?
“I’ve just started using my pressure canner to preserve vegetables from my garden, but I’m feeling a little confused about how long I should process each batch. I’ve
How Do I Know If Veggies In My Root Cellar Are Still Fresh?
“Hi there! I’ve been storing potatoes, carrots, and onions in my root cellar for about three months now, and I’m wondering how to tell when they’re past their
How Do I Freeze Herbs In Olive Oil Or Butter?
“I recently started growing my own herbs, and while I’m thrilled with the abundance of basil, thyme, and rosemary now filling up my garden, I’m not sure how
How Do I Label Vacuum Sealed Food For Long Term Storage?
“I’ve just started vacuum sealing food at home, and I’m finding it hard to keep track of all the different bags in my freezer. Sometimes I forget when
How Do I Make Low Sodium Pickles?
“I’ve been trying to cut down our sodium intake for health reasons, but my family loves pickles! I usually make our pickles at home with a brine, and
How Do I Make Jerky Using Smoking And Curing?
“I’ve been really into smoking meat lately and wanted to try making jerky using both smoking and curing techniques. But I’m worried I’ll either dry it out too
How Do I Keep Dehydrated Foods From Getting Too Chewy?
“I’ve been dehydrating my own fruits and veggies for years now, mostly apples, tomatoes, and peppers, but I’ve hit a bit of a snag. Lately, everything seems to
How Do I Store Food In A Root Cellar Or Cold Room?
“Hi there! I live in southern Australia, and I recently moved into a home that has a root cellar. I’ve never used a root cellar before and was
How Do I Prep Food For Freeze Drying To Keep Nutrients?
“Hey, I’ve been really excited about starting to freeze dry some of my garden veggies this year, but I’m concerned I might not be prepping them in a
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