Preserving food at home has seen a resurgence in popularity, as people look for ways to save money, reduce food waste, and enjoy the satisfaction of self-sufficiency. One of the most accessible ...

As the popularity of at-home freeze drying continues to grow, so do questions about its safety. Once primarily a commercial food preservation technique, freeze drying has made its way into homes, with ...

UNIVERSITY PARK — For those interested in the fundamentals of home food preservation, Penn State Extension is offering a webinar, “Living on a Few Acres: Home Food Preservation,” from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Food preservation, including fermentation, has evolved from a necessity to a hobby. Fermentation offers benefits like extended shelf life, enhanced nutritional value, and improved flavor. Those ...

Home preserving is having a renaissance. Everyone, including our neighbors and friends, seems to be preserving these days and sharing their creations and the stories behind them. To extend their ...

What is the proper procedure for canning fruits and vegetables? That depends on the acidity of the food you want to preserve. For high-acid foods such as fruits, pickles, jams and jellies, a boiling ...

COLUMBUS (OSU) — That jar of homemade jam or crunchy home-canned green beans might look delicious on the pantry shelf, but if it wasn’t preserved using tested, science-backed methods, it could pose ...