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"Buying a freeze dryer was a lifesaver," says Laurie C. of Holyoke Township, near Moose Lake, Minnesota — and her story shows exactly how a single machine can end up doing a lot more than anyone expects. From Canning to...

Strawberry powder is one of the most versatile things you can make with a home freeze dryer — a single batch works in breakfast, baking, drinks, and dessert. Making Strawberry Powder The process is simple: freeze-dry strawberries, then grind them...

Cheese is one of the most versatile foods you can freeze-dry — nearly every type works, and it opens up uses that go well beyond just preserving a block before it goes bad in the fridge. An Easy Snack, No...

Powdered onion and garlic are old news in most kitchens. High-end chefs have been going further, using freeze-dried food powders to intensify flavor in ways a spice rack alone can't — and a home freeze dryer gives you access to...

When Hurricane Irma flooded their Jacksonville, Florida home with eight feet of water in September 2017, David and Karen Smith were already prepared — not by luck, but because Karen had spent the previous year building a freeze-dried food supply....

Holiday sales on turkey, ham, and other seasonal staples are one of the easiest ways to offset the cost of a freeze dryer — and one real breakdown shows just how much that can add up. The Real Numbers From...

It's tempting to seal up a freeze-dried food supply and leave it untouched until an emergency calls for it — but using it regularly is actually what makes it work best when you need it most. Why People Build a...

Better design and construction + Increased throughput! Faster drying…25% less time. A batch that once took 30 hours can now be freeze dried 8 hours faster. Touch screen moved to the top of the unit – making it easier to...

A great steak often only needs salt and pepper. Plainer cuts of meat need more help — and that's exactly where a homemade dry rub, built from your own freeze-dried herbs and vegetables, earns its keep. The Three S's of...