In-home freeze dryers have been called “the microwaves of the future.” So just how big are these fantastic new appliances compared to microwaves – and will they fit in your kitchen? Freeze dryers are quite compact! Dimensions: are 30” tall x 20” wide x 25” deep. They use a standard 110 volt outlet, so you […]
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Stray Vegetables Welcome Here
My neighbor’s tomato plants are having one last hurrah before retiring for the winter. Tomatoes aren’t known for their long shelf life so she put out an S.O.S., which I was glad to respond to. Yes, you can freeze dry tomatoes and they are amazing in soups and salads, or tossed with fresh mozzarella and […]
Saving Summer
I think the last harvest of summer fruits and veggies taste so good because I know it will be a long time before I get another perfect tomato sandwich or handful of sun-warmed berries off the bush in the back yard. I always freeze dry the last bit of my summer harvest and save it […]
Check Out Our New Website
This week we launched our new website and we’re pretty excited to share it with you. We’ve added tons of new photos, downloadable content and tips, as well as the science of freeze drying. For example, check out our Why it’s Better page and learn how and why freeze drying trumps every other food preservation […]
Fruit Trees to Grow in Your Climate Zone
If you live in Hawai’i or similar climate, you’re lucky enough to have the ability to grow an abundance of fruit trees and bushes in your own yard. The majority of us don’t have that luxury, but that doesn’t mean we can’t enjoy growing miniature or hardy varieties of popular fruits. Here’s a list of […]
New York Farm Wins a Freeze Dryer!
We have a winner in our Harvest Right freeze-dryer give away contest! Our winner, Deborah G., had never won anything before, so hope her new freeze dryer is the beginning of a lucky streak! Deborah found our article about freeze-drying and “Liked” it on Facebook as her entry. She lives with her family of six […]
Tips for Successful Home Freeze Drying
By Lisa Barker As I had gotten to know my freeze dryer and the processes for how to best go about freeze-dring different foods, here are a few suggestions to help you ensure success with the different foods you can freeze dry. First, always make sure you have a clean dryer and trays. If you […]
Five Nutrient-Dense Foods to Freeze Dry
When you can freeze dry your own food, you get the added benefit of storing food that you’ve grown or chosen yourself. You can reduce or eliminate preservatives and chemicals and create your own healthy combinations of stored meals. If you’re interested in boosting the nutritional impact of freeze drying your own food, here are […]
Share an In-Home Freeze Dryer for Even More Savings
What Are the Advantages of an In-Home Freeze Dryer? The benefits of having access to an in-home freeze dryer are many, and if you own an in-home freeze dryer yourself, you can spread those advantages around to the people you know, saving you even more money. Freeze drying at home will help you spend less […]
Is Vertical Gardening Right for Your Space?
Over 50% of the world’s population lives in urban centers. The United Nations estimates that by the year 2050 that number will be closer to 70%. With space already at a premium among some of the world’s most expensive cities, what is a gardener to do? Well, like many of our great cities, gardeners all […]
