Can I Freeze Dry Herbs At Home And How Does It Work?

“Hi, I’ve always dried my herbs traditionally by hanging them upside down for a few days, but I’m curious about freeze drying. I grow quite a variety of

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Can I Pickle Without Vinegar?

“I’ve got a nice crop of cucumbers this year that I want to pickle, but the issue is that my family is not too fond of the strong

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Can I Dehydrate Food Without A Dehydrator?

“I’ve got a summer garden overflowing with peaches and tomatoes, and I want to preserve them by dehydrating. But I don’t have a dehydrator, and I’ve heard it’s

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Can I Store Canned Goods In A Root Cellar?

“Hi, I’ve been canning food for a while and I’m stocking up on jarred veggies and jams like crazy! However, space has become an issue in my house.

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How Can I Tell If My Fermented Food Has Gone Bad?

“I’ve been fermenting sauerkraut at home for the past few weeks, and while it smells tangy like it should, I’ve noticed some white spots on top of the

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Can I Reuse Lids And Jars For Canning?

“I’ve recently started canning at home, and I’m wondering—can I use my old jars and lids for this season’s canning projects? I’ve got a bunch of jars from

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Do I Need Any Special Equipment To Start Fermenting Food?

“I’ve always been curious about fermenting my veggies like cabbage and carrots, but I’m worried the process might need a ton of special tools or equipment. I only

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Can I Freeze Dairy Like Milk, Cheese, Or Yogurt?

“Hey, I accidentally bought way too much milk and yogurt this week, and I don’t want them to go to waste. Can I just freeze them? I keep

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Can I Pickle Fruit In Alcohol?

“I’ve been preserving veggies for ages, but I’m curious about fruits now! I’ve got some stone fruits, like peaches and cherries, on hand and a few bottles of

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Can I Dehydrate Dairy Like Yogurt Or Cheese?

“Hi! I’m super into food preservation but trying to expand what I’m doing. Can I dehydrate dairy items like yogurt or cheese? Specifically, I’m looking at making things

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