What Are The Health Risks With Curing And Smoking Food?

“Hi there! After a ton of success with canning last year, I’d really like to try my hand at curing and smoking some of my garden’s harvest and

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What Are The Best Foods To Dehydrate For Camping?

“My family and I love camping in the summer near Pemberton in British Columbia, and we always take all our food with us. I’m looking to dehydrate more

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What Probiotics Are In Fermented Foods?

“I’m making homemade sauerkraut, but I’m a little worried about whether I’m getting the right probiotics from it. I know fermented foods are good for gut health, but

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How Do I Vacuum Seal Soft Fruits Like Berries Without Damage?

“I’ve been freezing my home-grown strawberries and blueberries for years, but I recently got a vacuum sealer and I’m worried about squishing my nice, ripe berries! I want

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How Do I Prevent Herbs From Losing Color During Drying?

“I recently started drying my own herbs from the small garden I planted at my home in Perth. But I’ve noticed that they keep losing their vibrant color

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How Do I Safely Freeze And Store Seafood Long Term?

“Hi there! I’ve been trying to freeze seafood in large batches, and it feels like I’m always messing it up. Either it gets freezer burn, or it just

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How Do I Transition Root Cellar Storage Between Seasons?

“I’m relatively new to using a root cellar, and I had a decent harvest in the fall. But now, I’m confused about how to transition it as seasons

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Is It Safe To Pickle With Honey?

“I’ve recently started experimenting with homemade pickles and wanted to try using honey instead of sugar. I’ve read mixed things online about whether it’s safe or not for

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What’s The Best Way To Store Home Canned Foods?

“I’ve been canning my vegetables for the last three years, and I love the process! But, I’ve been struggling with where to store all these jars. We live

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What Are The Safest Materials For Food Storage?

“Hey there, I’ve been getting really into preserving my garden’s bounty this year and have a small stockpile of everything from dried herbs to canned tomatoes. I’m a

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How Long Does Cured Meat Last In Storage?

“I’ve recently started curing my own meats at home—mostly bacon and ham, and I thought I was storing everything properly, but now I’m worried some of it might

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How Does Freeze Drying Affect Texture Compared To Dehydrating?

“Hi there! I’ve been dehydrating food for a couple of years now here in a small town in British Columbia. I mainly use it for my veggies, fruits,

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How Do I Stop Dehydrated Food From Absorbing Moisture?

“I’ve been dehydrating my garden’s fruits and vegetables all summer, but lately, every time I open a jar, I notice they’re starting to get soft and a bit

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How Do I Stop A Root Cellar From Freezing In Winter?

“Hi there! I’ve been using my root cellar for a few seasons now to store potatoes and carrots, but as winter approaches, I’m worried about everything freezing. Last

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How Do I Vacuum Seal Meats For Freezing?

“Hey there! I’ve started buying meat in bulk and freezing it to save a bit of money and time, and I hear vacuum sealing is the way to

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How Long Do Fermented Foods Last After They’re Done?

“I’ve just made my first batch of fermented carrots, but I’m unsure how long they’ll last now that they’re done. I live in a pretty warm area, so

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How Does Freeze Dried Food Taste Compared To Fresh Or Frozen?

  “I’ve been dabbling in food preservation for a while— I’ve done my fair share of canning and freezing. Recently, I borrowed a freeze dryer from a friend,

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What Should I Do If A Jar Breaks During Canning?

“Hi there, I was recently canning some garden veggies, and unfortunately, one of my jars broke right in the pressure canner. I thought I followed every instruction properly,

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How Do I Store Smoked Meats To Prevent Spoiling?

“Hi! I recently started smoking meats at home, and I’ve been experimenting with various cuts of beef and pork. My problem is that I’m not sure the best

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How Long Do Pickles Need To Cure?

“I’ve made my first batch of homemade pickles (yay!) but I’m super confused about the curing part. How long do they actually need to sit before they’re ready

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