Food Storage

Another underestimated food preservation is jugging. This method has been around for centuries and can help you lengthen your meat storage times.

Root cellaring is another great food storage method that has been around for what seems like forever. This guide will help you understand some of the basics of how to build and manage a root cellar.

Parboiled rice is a lesser known rice that has some must know benefits. Learn more about this great food storage item and how to use it.

Another great, lesser known, food storage method is meat potting. Learn more about this ancient method and how you can use it to store meat for long term.

We take buying flour at the store for granted. But, did you know there are 30 different plants you can use to make flour at home? Whether for emergency use – or healthier living, these are the plants that produce flour.

Freeze dried food is a perfect long-term food storage option for emergencies. Learn what freeze-dried food is and why it is a perfect addition

As most know, there are many methods for food preservation. A lesser known and used on is wax preservation. Learn more about this technique and the best way to implement it.

Dry food storage is a preservation method for a survival food pantry that is easy and can offer long term food preparedness for the whole family.

Pickling foods is a solid choice for food preservation and can be a great way to get started building your food pantry. In this article you will find tips and tricks for getting started pickling foods.

Learn how to dehydrate and freeze your raspberries to be used in your food storage plan.

Fruit powders are easy to make from dehydrated fruits and packs a nutritional punch. Be sure to stock some in your prepper pantry and then you can use this last when you need ideas for how to use them.

An electric dehydrator may be the quickest and easiest dehydration method, but there are other options. Check out other options for your food dehydration needs.

Pemmican is an often overlooked and undervalued food to use in your food storage plan. This easy to make recipe is a historic survival food filled with healthy nutrients and that can last for many years.

Food preservation is one of the most important parts of a properly implemented preparedness plan. With these food preservation options, you can be ready for any emergency that comes your way.

While dehydration is great for food storage, canned goods are another options as well! Check out 30 of my top picks for canned food storage goods.

There are options for drying herbs that do not include costly dehydrators! See a few options for herb drying that don’t break the bank.

SPAM is a good option for short term food storage needs. Learn more about this innovative canned food and how to use it safely in food storage.

Enjoy pumpkin all year round with dehydrating pumpkin that you can also turn into a versatile pumpkin powder.

If you are new to dehydrating techniques, you may be wondering if you can dehydrate all foods. I am here

Ready to store some tomatoes? Learn how easy it is to dehydrate tomatoes and store them for longer lasting enjoyment.

Using your freezer as part of your overall food storage plan is a great idea, although some may not agree. Learn how to use your freezer to be food ready and tips for keeping your freezer safe in the event of a power failure.

Making cornmeal at home is much easier than you might think. Learn how to make your own, what corn type you should use and ways you can use cornmeal.

Keeping your food storage pantry organized can help save money and reduce waste. Learn simple tactics to having the best food storage pantry on the block.

Ground ginger that so many of use in our cooking is actually a rhizome of the Ginger plant, but we know it as Ginger Root. Each “hand” is a root full of sweet, spicy flavor that enhances many Asian dishes and makes for an awesomely refreshing beverage!

Like lettuce and want a way to store it? Dehydrating lettuce is a real option not many consider. So, if

If you’re trying to incorporate a more natural, health-conscious diet into your life, there are many things you can make

Many people do not realize they can freeze – and dehydrate – cantaloupe. But you can, and I am going

Kale is a super-food with tons of nutrients and iron available in it. This is the reason I try to use

Rosemary is an herb that is used so often in our home we decided to plant some. Now we can

Mushroom powder is a great way to get that amazing mushroom flavor without the weird texture so many dislike. Learn how to make it and get ideas for how to use it!

Honey powder is easy to make and has so many uses. It adds a touch of flavor and sweetness to your favorite recipes – while offering a nutritional boost.

You may be surprised to learn that you can dehydrate watermelon – and the rind too. The result is a sweet treat that the whole family will enjoy.

Dehydrated kale chips can be eaten plain, used in recipes, or even used to make kale powder. There are so

If you love kale and have a hard time using it up, there’s an awesome way to preserve kale for

Just like with Brown Sugar that I wrote about not long ago, powdered sugar is one of those pantry items that I

Canning season is getting into full swing around most of the country, so here are 101+ canning recipes to help

Green onions (or scallions) may seem one of those foods that doesn’t seem worth dehydrating….but think again! You can do

I didn’t discover cherries until last year. My only experience with them had been when my grandmother would ruin a

So, you’ve got your first dehydrator and don’t know where to start, or you need to jump start your creative

That’s it! I’m gonna can. I’ve watched the most excellent video by Kendra from New Life on a Homestead called At

So, you have a dehydrator and you don’t have a clue what to do with it. You ask your friends and most of

Dehydrating food is a great way to be able to preserve your garden bounty or great find at the produce

When we were introduced to the idea of making your own popcorn that didn’t come from a microwave, I finally

Wendy DeWitt is known all over for her Food Storage Seminar – and it’s worth a watch if you’re just

Dried food for food storage is an important – and recommended – part of food preparedness. We tested ReadyWise food products to help you decide if it is right for you.

Proteins are one of those long-term food storage items that people worry about the most, especially if they aren’t canners.