Perishables last for years thanks to modern methods of preservation, such as freezing, canning, vacuum-sealing, and chemical additives. But how did people in the past preserve their food before modern ...
For thousands of years, humans have relied on creative methods to preserve food in the face of harsh environments and limited ...
WELCOME TO TODAY’S GROW IT GREEN. I’M JACQUELINE THOMAS. WE’RE AT PAWTUCKAWAY STATE PARK, AND TODAY I’M TALKING WITH SEAN O’BRIEN FROM THE UNH EXTENSION. AND WHEN IT COMES TO FRUITS AND BERRIES, THERE ...
Fermentation is an ancient practice of preserving food and has recently gained renewed popularity. Increasing inflation, higher cost of food and a desire to reduce food waste has sparked many New ...
It’s peak season for fruits and vegetables from now through September: peppers, tomatoes, cucumbers, peaches, apricots, plums, berries — the list goes on and on. It’s not unusual for a neighbor to ...
There’s been a recent noticeable resurgence in home canning, a method of preserving food that was once a staple in American households. This renewed interest is particularly strong among individuals ...
Canning can be a fun and economical way to make fresh foods available year-round! The two safe methods of canning food at home are boiling water bath canning and pressure canning. Whether a food is ...
Pickling was once a primary method of food preservation, especially before refrigeration and global supply chains. Many foods ...