Dried peppers, no matter the variety, are one of the most versatile preserved foods you can have on hand. Dehydrating peppers at home is an easy and affordable way to preserve them and one of the most convenient. When done properly, dehydrated peppers can last for months in your pantry, ready to be rehydrated and …
Probably the number one question I hear about jams and jellies is the sugar content. The amount of sugar in jams and jellies might seem excessive to some. Can you reduce sugar in a jam? The answer is … maybe but not to expect the same results. Sugar plays a really important role in preserving …
In this article, we are going to cover multiple ways you can preserve apples. I know from personal experience having two apple trees in my garden having a big glut can mean eating a lot of apples. This is where preserving comes in. If you’re fortunate enough to have an apple tree in your backyard …
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Dehydrating fruits is a fantastic way to preserve their flavours and extend their shelf life. While most other berries are often the go-to choice for drying, don’t overlook the deliciousness of dehydrated gooseberries. In this article, we will walk you through the process of dehydrating gooseberries and you will see how easy it is to …
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Kiwi fruit or the Chinese Gooseberry, with its vibrant green flesh and tangy flavour, is a fruit that can be enjoyed year-round. While it’s delicious when eaten fresh, dehydrating kiwi can unlock a whole new level of taste and texture. Why bother dehydrating kiwi, you may ask? Well, aside from its convenience and longer shelf …
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Pickled radish is a perfect way to keep these crunchy peppery vegetables around for longer. The main thing to think about when it comes to getting the best out of your pickled radish is the texture and flavour. This pickled radish recipe will keep in the fridge for up to 3 months and really retains …
If you peruse canning recipes like I do you may notice some are called raw/cold pack and others hot pack. What are the differences between hot pack and cold pack canning and why are there two methods? Hot Pack vs. Cold Pack Canning The difference between hot pack and cold / raw pack is to …
Crab apple jelly is the perfect thing to make with a glut of crab apples. The problems of preparing kilos or pounds of crab apples are limited because making jelly means they don’t need peeling or the cores removing. Preserve Crab Apples As A Jelly I have a small crab apple tree in my garden …
Dried melon is unusual in terms of other dried fruit and not often available to buy. Dehydrating melon yourself may be your only option to try it so this recipe is all you need. The great thing about dried melon is it tastes just like candy so it is one of the healthiest sweets you …
How do you get results like those dehydrated fruits you can buy in a store? Often the texture and colour of home-dried fruits are different and a lot of this is to do with pretreating the fruit before drying. Pretreating fruit before dehydrating is very simple but can drastically change the appearance, texture and flavour …