How to Clean a Dehydrator
Today I'll walk you through the essential steps of how to clean a dehydrator thoroughly, ensuring it's ready for your next batch of deliciou
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- Jun 15, 2023
A Game-Changer for Food Storage: Love Moments Electric Mason Jar Vacuum Sealer
I was recently sent the Love Moments Electric Mason Jar Vacuum Sealer. I must say, it has revolutionized the way I store dry goods.
- Sep 2, 2022
Substituting Jar Size
Choosing the right jar for the job. If you don’t know your canning jars then choosing the right jar size can be tricky, especially if...
- Sep 2, 2022
Anatomy of a Canning Jar
Emmaline and marie both love and adore vintage canning jars, but for Modern canning, we recommend that you don’t go vintage. Old canning...
- Sep 2, 2022
Measuring Headspace
Measuring Headspace – As a general rule: Leave 1-inch headspace for low-acid foods, vegetables, and meats. Leave 1/2-inch headspace for...
- Mar 30, 2022
Fermenting Crocks Compared; Open Crocks vs Water Sealing Crocks
Fermenting is an integral part of my (Emmaline’s) food storage repository and in order to streamline the process, I like to use...
- Mar 18, 2022
Food Mill – Assemble and Use
A food mill is such a great tool for removing the seeds and skin from softened fruits and vegetables. The resulting juice and pulp can be...
- Dec 15, 2021
Excalibur Food Dehydrator; Unboxing and Review
NOTE: This is NOT a paid or sponsored review. I purchased this Excalibur Food Dehydrator with my own money and this is my honest opinion...
- Jun 11, 2021
How to Use Reusable Canning Lids: The Differences Made Clear
I grew up knowing that you don’t reuse canning lids. I have always considered buying canning lids in bulk whenever I could find them as a...
- Jun 2, 2021
How to Use a Food Dehydrator: Canning Basics
Dehydrating is one of the easiest methods to preserve food. The best part about a food dehydrator is that it is super simple to use. A...
- May 20, 2021
How to Sterilize Canning Jars and Lids: Canning Basics
You would think knowing how to sterilize canning jars and lids would be a MUST in the canning world, but believe it or not, it’s NOT....
- May 19, 2021
How to Use a Steam Juicer: Canning Basics
A steam juicer is a great tool for your canning kitchen. It is a fabulous way to reap benefits from excess fruits in your harvest without...
- May 17, 2021
Introduction to Using a Pressure Canner: Canning Basics
Pressure canning sometimes gets a bad rap because people fear it. Not here at Wisdom Preserved, we love having homemade, pressure canned,...
- May 17, 2021
Introduction to Using a Boiling Water Bath Canner; Canning Basics
Boiling water bath canning is the easiest way to make shelf-stable pantry items at home. A boiling water canner heats jars to 212 degrees...
- May 17, 2021
Introduction to How Altitude Affects Food Preservation: Canning Basics
Did you know that living by the sea or in the mountains affects your food preservation? When processing at high altitudes, adjust...
- May 17, 2021
Canning Equipment Overview: Canning Basics
Food preservation is not hard, but it does require special canning equipment. Learn what basic canning equipment, tools, and supplies you...
- Apr 13, 2021
How to Clean a Stone Wheat Grinder
A wheat grinder needs to be cleaned regularly. Especially if you are using it to grind seeds with a higher oil content. The additional...
- Feb 27, 2021
Quilted Fabric Easter Basket Sewing Tutorial
An Easter basket is a special basket used in Easter celebrations. Easter baskets are typically filled with Easter eggs, food, toys, or...
- Jan 24, 2021
How to Make and Use a Double Boiler BONUS: Chocolate Dipped Oreos
A double boiler is a useful tool on the kitchen. It is used to indirectly cook delicate foods like chocolate, custards, or sauces with...
- Jan 6, 2021
The Difference Between a Pressure Canner and a Boiling Water Bath
The two basic tools for home canning are the pressure canner and the boiling water bath. Both are necessary items in the home canner’s...
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