Let's talk about Mylar bags today. Specifically what they are, and why we use them in our food dehydrating efforts. You know, when we store dried foods for long-term storage, it's important to keep three 'enemies' at bay: Water Light Air These tough bags are an excellent way to keep your dehydrated foods safe. * * * If you enjoyed listening to this…

Unsure which dehydrator is best for you? Susan explains the difference between the two 'starter model' dehydrators so you'll know which model will suit you best! Or do what Susan did, get one of each! Check out Nesco dehydrators Excalibur dehydrators over on Susan's website Easy Food Dehydrating + + + + If you enjoyed listening to this episode, ple…

Drying food is a great way to preserve it for a long period of time and it’s a simple and easy process that can be done at home with little equipment and without any chemicals. All you need is a dehydrator (which can be purchased online or at most kitchen stores) and some fresh produce. Easy Preparation: Wash, Peel, Slice, or Dice Prior to dehydrat…

Today’s episode talks about using food vacuum sealer bags and rolls and the different roles they play. Susan reminds you to get your oxygen absorbers too at this point! Included are tips on how to fill the bags with ease! If you enjoyed listening to this episode, please share it with someone else you think might enjoy it too! See how easy it is to …

Dehydrating meat is a great option if you are you looking for a way to preserve meat without canning or freezing. It's easy to do, and you can dehydrate just about any kind of meat. We'll show you how dehydrating meat is done safely, step-by-step. We'll also share some tips on how to store your dried meat and use it in recipes. Let's get started! W…

There's nothing like the taste of fresh, homemade food. And when you dehydrate your own food, you can enjoy that delicious flavor all year round! In this how-to guide, we will walk you through six simple steps to dehydrate food at home. With a little preparation and some basic supplies, you'll be on your way to creating healthy and delicious snacks…

Ever wondered how to safely dehydrate fresh fruits, vegetables, and cooked meats? Wonder no more! Susan shares which fruits are easiest and 7 tips. To be fair to the veggies, she also has 7 veggie tips! Listen to Susan's safety precautions when dehydrating meat, too. At the end of the show, Susan lists the most popular fruits, vegetables, and meats…

You NEED to know about (and use) oxygen absorbers. They are an absolute “must.” Why? What do oxygen absorbers do? They absorb air and moisture inside our vacuum-sealed packages. Do NOT miss this step! If you enjoyed listening to this episode, please share it with someone else you think might enjoy it too! See how easy it is to dehydrate food, whate…

Susan’s shows YOU how to create extra food storage - out of thin air! If you do not have 'spare' closets, I'll share what I did with you in this episode! It took me about three hours to add this space inside my home - and well worth the effort to store all my newly dehydrated fruits and vegetables! See how easy it is to dehydrate food, whatever the…

Make your dog drool by making your own homemade dog food. Susan shows you how to make Chicken Chow and Bow Wow Beefy Chow and which vitamins to add for good health, a shiny coat, and bright eyes. Make your dog a happy dog! Visit Easy Food Dehydrating for much more on food dehydrating and 'looking after your dog' articles! See how easy it is to dehy…

There are quite a few ways to preserve food, but dehydrating food is the easiest! Plus, it takes up way less room. Susan compares dehydrating to canning, freezing, and smoking (not that kind of smoking!) You'll learn how and where to best store your dehydrated goodies, too. See how easy it is to dehydrate food, whatever the reason or the season! Vi…