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. Visit Easy Food Dehydrating Podcast Hub Page for all…

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. Visit Easy Food Dehydrating Podcast Hu…

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…

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! Visit Easy Food Dehydrating Podcast Hub Page for all things dehydrating! See this episode on our site to read the transcript, th…

Follow Susan’s 10-Point Guide on what you should know about dehydrating food. 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…

All it takes is my signature Six Simple Steps to dehydrate food safely - at home. This podcast goes into detail on the six steps so you'll get it right - the first time! In today’s episode, I’ll discuss my six simple steps to safely dehydrate food for long-term storage. #1: Buy it. #2: Prep it. #3: Dehydrate it. #4 Condition it. #5: Vacuum-seal it.…

This is probably the most important aspect of food safety when dehydrating food. We need to keep the three enemies at bay: air, light, and moisture. Oxygen absorbers take care of the air and moisture! Tune in to hear more.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 …

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…

So, you’ve been busy dehydrating your fruits and vegetables. Now where do you put them? After realizing all your cupboards are full, you panic. STOP! I have the solution right here! Create food storage out of thin air… Susan tells you how to create extra food storage - takes about three hours - and well worth the effort to store all your newly dehy…

There are quite a few ways to preserve food, but dehydrating food is the easiest! Plus, it takes up way less room in your pantry (or fridge, or freezer...) 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. Hear just how easy it is to dehydr…

I want to make your dog drool. And I will if you make your own dog food and grab a napkin for your happy dog! This recipe uses wholesome fresh ingredients, sure to please any finicky eater. The reason why I began making my own dog food was due to canned dog food recalls, about a decade ago. At the time, we were ‘cat people.’ So when a stray dog wan…