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Freeze drying: fad or future?

Kristen Sindelar
Nov 3, 2023
Nov 3, 2023

Freeze drying 1.png — Fruits, vegetables, meats, cheeses, candy and other foods can successfully be freeze-dried and stored without the need for refrigeration.
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Kitchen appliances come and go over time. The once-popular George Forman grill is now a regular garage sale item. Instant Pot was the trendiest appliance on the countertop not long ago before moving over to make room for air fryers.

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Freeze drying 2.jpeg — Some foods keep better if sealed with a desiccant packet to absorb moisture for long-term storage.
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Freeze drying 3.jpg — Freeze drying machines must be placed on top of a sturdy counter or table to accommodate the draining tube.
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Freeze drying 4.png — Foods that do not contain much moisture will not shrink too much during the freeze-drying process. Those foods with a high sugar content will actually expand.
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Freeze drying 5.png — Pre-treating fruits prior to freeze drying may help them maintain a fresher appearance.
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Reporter Kristen Sindelar has loved agriculture her entire life, coming from a diversified farm with three generations working side-by-side in northeastern Nebraska. Reach her at Kristen.Sindelar@midwestmessenger.com.