Dehydrating Basics

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  • Опубликовано: 3 май 2019
  • This is the first in our series of videos on dehydrating food. We discuss what has to happen for successful dehydrating to take place and the basic equipment needed. We provide the researched facts about why you want to blanch most veggies and the basic process for dehydrating fruits, veggies, and meats.
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  • @suesmargiassi4195
    @suesmargiassi4195 3 года назад +174

    We just bought our first dehydrator this week. My husband has been watching RUclips videos about dehydrating. He told me about a video that popped up on his recommended list...the woman was clear, concise and explained reasons for doing things a certain way. I told him that it sounds like a lady I'm subscribed to, who explains the science behind pressure canning. He sent me this link and I laughed! Yup, it was Pam from RoseRed homestead.
    Thank you for passing along the correct way to do things. Husband is already talking about saving for a freeze dryer.

    • @RoseRedHomestead
      @RoseRedHomestead  3 года назад +8

      I love that story--thank you for sharing it!

    • @onemercilessming1342
      @onemercilessming1342 2 года назад

      Communication in your marriage needs some work.

    • @mera8785
      @mera8785 2 года назад +16

      @@onemercilessming1342 because they don’t prescreen each other’s RUclips videos? You’re a whacko

    • @darkstormy1545
      @darkstormy1545 2 года назад +10

      Fair warning if you make home made beef, or pork Jerky you will never be able to go back to that greasy, disgusting, garbage they sell in stores, and don't even think of stock piling it.... It won't last that long.

    • @BostonBorn
      @BostonBorn 2 года назад

      @@darkstormy1545 Care to share a yummy recipe? 😋

  • @heidefries1825
    @heidefries1825 4 года назад +180

    This is an excellent introduction to dehydrating. Appreciate the quality of information you provide in all of your videos.

    • @RoseRedHomestead
      @RoseRedHomestead  4 года назад +13

      Thank you. I love short cuts, or methods that make things more efficient and this one has worked well for us.

    • @marydancerpeters3981
      @marydancerpeters3981 2 года назад +8

      You are awesome in teaching! Thank you so much for the education and science of home preservation of foods.

    • @janamiles597
      @janamiles597 2 года назад +2

      Blanching onions makes it a less strong smell while dehydrating and shortens the time needed to dehydrate.

  • @katydidiy
    @katydidiy 3 года назад +69

    We had a huge garden when I was growing up in Wisconsin.
    My dad would freeze well washed 1/2 gallon milk cartons and freeze a bunch of ice blocks leading up to canning/blanching season. My mom would scrub and sanitize her kitchen sink, fill the sink nearly full and put in a block of ice. Ice cubes could never keep up. My parents were a real team. They gardened together, dad would bring up the jars for canning from the basement and load them in the dishwasher (or wash by hand in the good old days) For freezing they used plastic bags with waxed paper boxes meant for making uniform blocks. Later they switched to plastic freezer containers then finally to zip lock bags. That was some of the progression of home food preservation after WWII to now.

    • @RoseRedHomestead
      @RoseRedHomestead  3 года назад +7

      Thanks for sharing your lovely memories!

    • @katydidiy
      @katydidiy 3 года назад +13

      @@RoseRedHomestead I can't help but thinking these difficult times should not be a missed opportunity to build lasting memories with our children and in my case, grandchildren. I'll never forget picking wild blackberries and raspberries or fishing with my parents or how the house would smell when my mom was making strawberry jam or cinnamon buns. Watching you, I'm confident your family has similar memories and now you are helping countless others learn valuable skills to share with their families. Thank you!

    • @zeldasmith6154
      @zeldasmith6154 3 года назад +3

      Thank you for this information. It is so appreciated.

    • @carlagarrett3244
      @carlagarrett3244 2 года назад

      you could have ripped this from my own memories 💕

  • @beckykelley8726
    @beckykelley8726 2 года назад +5

    With the world in a state of food insecurity your videos are a real helping hand. Thank you.

    • @milkawambui4126
      @milkawambui4126 9 месяцев назад

      How can you train me .I would be very grateful to get those skills

  • @frankstrausbaugh9832
    @frankstrausbaugh9832 2 месяца назад +1

    New dehydrator! Your videos are always so informative and easy to understand. Like a friend or my Mom explaining. Thanks Pam and Jim!

  • @reginapotts5244
    @reginapotts5244 3 года назад +56

    Thank you for your insightful analogy on food dehydration! I’ve canned foods for over thirty years, but have been dehydrating foods for less than a year. And yes, most cites say foods will last “indefinitely” once dehydrated. I am an RN, so I really like your way of instruction. Simple and matter of fact. Keep bringing us these informative “webinars!” 😊

  • @JeannetteShoreland
    @JeannetteShoreland 3 года назад +50

    Two years ago, I started a pantry of dehydrated foods after reading a series of mainstream 'How To' books. All of these books said the shelf storage time for properly dehydrated food is 15-20 years. True; no mention was made of nutritional value (I checked), but I was certainly led down the garden path. After viewing this video and checking with the National Center for Food Preservation, I have discarded the dehydrated vegetables in my pantry. On a brighter note, I love using the assortment of dried herbs that are much better than anything I could find in stores, and garlic and onion powder are now staples in my new prepper pantry.

    • @RoseRedHomestead
      @RoseRedHomestead  3 года назад +8

      Thanks for sharing your comments.

    • @michelebarnes8424
      @michelebarnes8424 3 года назад +15

      I read if you dehydrate your food then use a food sealer they will last longer. I will do more research.

    • @dougprentice1363
      @dougprentice1363 3 года назад +9

      What a shame. I was about to make the same mistake. Glad I came across this video.

    • @user-1A-2A
      @user-1A-2A 2 года назад +5

      Chickens love discarded veggies. Dont waste, recycle

    • @angelapower9570
      @angelapower9570 2 года назад +12

      I still don’t understand why you threw food out?

  • @peter8488
    @peter8488 Год назад +3

    I learn new things every time I see her videos, like vitamin C getting destroyed even with freeze drying, didn't even know that.

  • @that_auntceleste5848
    @that_auntceleste5848 Год назад +7

    Here are two things that I see in many of your videos that I love
    (1) You freely acknowledge that what you preserve is what you and Jim like to eat, and that we should do the same for ourselves and families. We don't all have to like the same thing! It seems so simple but there is both kindness and practicality in that.
    (2) You refer us to the reputable source where we can seek information ourselves. In this case the table of blanching times on the home dehydration page of the National Center for Food Preservation website sounds like something concrete as something we can use to make sure that we are getting the best final product.
    Thank you!

  • @JIM-fj2dy
    @JIM-fj2dy 2 года назад +4

    I am new to dehydrating and have been watching your videos. This video on the basics is great. I have learned so much from you. I have dehydrated peas, corn, mushrooms and in the dehydrator this evening is celery and celery leaves which I saw on one of your videos. I can't wait to make celery salt that I saw you make. Your videos are awesome, and your experience and knowledge is priceless. Thank you so much and God Bless you!

  • @Erreul
    @Erreul 3 года назад +27

    This video basically answered everything I've been thinking about, thank you.

    • @RoseRedHomestead
      @RoseRedHomestead  3 года назад +6

      You are very welcome. We are so glad it was helpful.

  • @Tklove1980
    @Tklove1980 2 года назад +1

    Thank you so much! I love the science you use to show how to safely store foods and prep then safely as well.

  • @jeanmartin6410
    @jeanmartin6410 3 года назад +19

    You are an amazing teacher! Thank you for taking the time to do this.

    • @RoseRedHomestead
      @RoseRedHomestead  3 года назад +2

      Thank you so much! We are happy the video was useful for you.

  • @vasilikisfendouraki6427
    @vasilikisfendouraki6427 2 года назад +18

    Just wanted to say this video of yours is pure treasure! I have seen a few dehydrating videos but nothing like this. A big thank you for taking the time to do this properly. I stumbled across this by accident and I ended up watching the whole video. Unlike others, it feels like not 1 minute of my time was wasted. Thank you for putting all this knowledge in 1 video!
    On another note I'd like to commend you for not just listening to people, but doing your own research before sharing information, as well as standing by what you say. I truly wish more people did the same.
    A BIG thanks for being so detailed :)

  • @janetbattaglia8869
    @janetbattaglia8869 2 года назад +10

    Pam and Jim, Thank you for all of your videos!! I came across your videos and have not stopped watching them. They are so informative and I love that you research your subject prior to making the video. Thank you for that!! If I am unable to locate the information I am searching for I will always double check and see if you have a video on the subject. I feel more comfortable now with my canning and preservation skills with you as a research. Please keep the videos coming, they are wonderful!

    • @RoseRedHomestead
      @RoseRedHomestead  2 года назад

      You are so welcome! You comment really makes us feel good about what we do here. Thank you so much.

  • @HistoryRepeats101
    @HistoryRepeats101 2 года назад +1

    What a great teacher. Learned a lot, especially blanching my celery, did some last night without blanching and looking kinda sad lol. Special thanks for info on air quality as I’m dehydrating onions and garlic in my garage in the DFW area (odor control); so I repositioned unit and opened garage door higher - luckily good weather in November, low humidity. Blessings!!

  • @KoniB.
    @KoniB. 2 года назад

    OMG: Thank you, thank you, thank you for this information. What an unbelievable learning tool this is for us newbees to the art of drying in a food dehydrator.

  • @chrystataylor2833
    @chrystataylor2833 2 года назад +14

    I absolutely love how you clearly explain everything in detail. You are one of three people I watch and learn from for our food prep. Thank you for all that you do.

  • @lauriewhitley1794
    @lauriewhitley1794 Год назад +1

    I am so thankful for you. It is a blessing to watch someone who cares enough about us to make sure we do things correctly and safe.
    I am thankful that you share the science behind things.
    I feel safe anytime I preserve foods that I have learned from your
    video’s.
    Thank you for paying it forward and leaving your knowledge with so many to pass that knowledge on forever.
    I have an entire tablet full of notes from watching you for so long.

  • @JorgeMartinez-wt4vs
    @JorgeMartinez-wt4vs 2 года назад

    Love the way you lay down all the pros and cons - no fluff here, just well-presented facts and valuable information - many thanks - Blessings.

  • @nomadicbydesign0
    @nomadicbydesign0 2 года назад +7

    I love the way you translate scientific information into something so easy to understand. It's such a talent! I just bought my first dehydrator and will be sure to blanch everything first. Thanks so much for creating these videos and sharing your valuable knowledge.

  • @gypsymommabear3383
    @gypsymommabear3383 2 года назад +1

    I just got my first dehydrator today and looking for good information before I get started. And I just wanted to tell you how much I love this video! You did such a thorough job of explaining everything, and taking the time to do such great research. I appreciate it so much! Thank you for this video! Now I must watch the rest of your dehydrating videos!

  • @nannygeorginasmith3938
    @nannygeorginasmith3938 4 года назад +3

    Wow yet again a fabulous informative useful video. Thank you so much, I certainly am enjoying these you and Jim make. 😎👍

  • @vivianvivian4672
    @vivianvivian4672 3 года назад +9

    Thank you for this very educational video. I've been experimenting with my new dehydrator, but, obviously there were some steps that are essential that you covered. Stay safe and well.

  • @rapunzelz5520
    @rapunzelz5520 2 года назад +4

    I was so pleased with myself for knowing about the enzyme action……way back years ago from my high school home ec teachers! You do a real thorough job, here, and I am so glad you explained pros and cons of different types of preservation and made sure to keep safety first in mind. No one wants to do all that work and end up with mold or bacteria in your food. I will be watching and learning 😀

  • @sheilajohnson6478
    @sheilajohnson6478 2 года назад +1

    I could watch your videos all day. You’re such a knowledgeable woman. Thank you for sharing.😘

  • @susantreadwell1770
    @susantreadwell1770 2 года назад +3

    I am loving my dehydrator. Thank you for giving me the name of this dehydrator and a couple of others. This one is perfect for me! I did the most beautiful dehydrated potatoes last week. I have used them twice in scalloped potatoes and they are wonderful.

  • @cdchurcher
    @cdchurcher 3 года назад +3

    Thank you so much for the time and consideration you put into preparing this video. I'm glad I found it before doing my first attempted dehydration and I'm glad I watched it all way through

    • @RoseRedHomestead
      @RoseRedHomestead  3 года назад +2

      You are so welcome!

    • @satyajeetpalkar2398
      @satyajeetpalkar2398 3 года назад +1

      @@RoseRedHomestead मला मराठी तपमममससससससपपपफफ

  • @fayeadamson896
    @fayeadamson896 3 года назад +7

    I have been enjoying your canning videos and thought to myself you probably do the dehydrating also! I"m going to binge watch especially the celery one..You are so knowledgable! Your going to end up being one of my very most enjoyable channels ..

  • @chrisshirley4877
    @chrisshirley4877 3 года назад +18

    You are an outstanding teacher. I've dehydrated for decades and never knew much of what you taught in this video. Keep up the wonderful work.

  • @grahamdyer7533
    @grahamdyer7533 2 года назад +1

    This is my first introduction to dehydrating food. What a wonderfully honest and informative video. Thank you so much.

  • @BlushnGlossy
    @BlushnGlossy 2 года назад

    i just ordered a dehydrator and i couldn't be more excited. I've just recently found your channel and you've been SO helpful! Thank you thank you from the bottom of my heart! 💞💞💞💞

  • @michelebarnes8424
    @michelebarnes8424 3 года назад

    You are a great teacher. Perfect timing I just purchased a dehydrator and can't wait to get started. I have been an organic gardener for 50 years. I usually just give my extra fruits and vegetables away. Now I am ready to get started to preserve what I can. Thank you for showing up🌹

    • @RoseRedHomestead
      @RoseRedHomestead  3 года назад

      Wonderful! And I agree that these days, we need to be sure we are prepared first, then extend our generosity to others.

  • @Stephenrsm7600
    @Stephenrsm7600 3 года назад +10

    Miss Pam, excellent video on Introduction to Dehydration and the science behind it and blanching.

  • @cassandralynn7442
    @cassandralynn7442 2 года назад +10

    Thank you, Pam❣️ I followed your directions on dehydrated frozen veggies... IT WORKED PERFECTLY!
    Thank you for your beautiful videos... I feel like I’m back in Home Economics class. I love it! Thank you and your husband too for sharing and the learning lessons❣️

    • @RoseRedHomestead
      @RoseRedHomestead  2 года назад

      You are so welcome! we appreciate that very much.

  • @adrinkbeforethewar6576
    @adrinkbeforethewar6576 2 года назад

    Thank you for sharing your knowledge , you and Jim are a GREAT resource!

    • @RoseRedHomestead
      @RoseRedHomestead  2 года назад

      Thanks for the complements and watching our channel.

  • @kasf1982able
    @kasf1982able 3 года назад +10

    Hi ,Thank you for sharing your awesome instructions on how to dehydrated the food I am planning to Dehydrated as soon as my first dehydrator to arrive, and I appreciate your works for all of us to know how too prepare for the Dehydrating foods , I am so glad to have found your channel,
    God Bless cheers from Pa

  • @AmyHonious
    @AmyHonious 2 года назад +1

    Thank you so very much for your informative videos! You have helped me free up a ton of freezer space and build up my pantry at the same time. My dehydrator has been running 24/7 since I found your channel a few weeks ago. Bless you and the knowledge you share ❤

  • @panosnord9978
    @panosnord9978 3 года назад +4

    Best video on this topic! Very detailed and very well explained. Thank you!

  • @medinasod2013
    @medinasod2013 6 месяцев назад

    Very formative video. Thank you so much. I will be watching more or just got my first dehydrator

  • @marilynhuffman1059
    @marilynhuffman1059 2 года назад

    Thank you so much for explaining why we should blanch most veggies. You explain it so well that I can understand the reasons why. You are a trusted resource of correct information for my food preservation.

    • @RoseRedHomestead
      @RoseRedHomestead  2 года назад

      You are very welcome. Thank you for your kind words.

  • @wandagraves4281
    @wandagraves4281 2 года назад

    This video answered all my dehydrating questions! Thank you Rose Red!

  • @katietheenergyworker6701
    @katietheenergyworker6701 3 года назад +7

    I just got my excaliber today! I'm so excited to begin. Thank you for your organized, thorough videos. You are a pro!

    • @RoseRedHomestead
      @RoseRedHomestead  3 года назад +2

      Thank you...and great for you! If I had it to do again, I think I would choose an Excalibur!

    • @heatherd957
      @heatherd957 Год назад

      I love my Excalibur! Like you, I wore it out, but my husband ordered a replacement part for it and we're getting many more years use out of it.

  • @PrettyKittyPaintings
    @PrettyKittyPaintings 3 года назад +2

    This is a fantastic presentation. Thank you for sharing your experience and knowledge! I can't wait to dig into more research!

  • @cathyneumans6685
    @cathyneumans6685 2 года назад +3

    Your vids just showed up on my feeds. Thank goodness! I was already in the process of dehydrating onions. In an effort to reserve freezer space as well as diversify methods of preservation, I'm trying to increase my currently limited knowledge of dehydration. Already learned a lot here! Thanks!

    • @RoseRedHomestead
      @RoseRedHomestead  2 года назад +2

      Glad it was helpful! Thanks for your comments.

  • @senseithomas3858
    @senseithomas3858 2 года назад

    Thank you thank you ma’am, you are doing this nation in the world a great service right at this time especially. Thank you again a lot of us don’t know how to do these things we were maybe not paying attention or didn’t weren’t taught. So thank you very much.

    • @RoseRedHomestead
      @RoseRedHomestead  2 года назад +1

      You are very welcome. Thank you for your kind comments--we really appreciate that.

  • @karenstrashpurtzer4444
    @karenstrashpurtzer4444 3 года назад +12

    You have inspired me to beginning to dehydrate foods. Thank you for a great 101 class! Thanks so much

  • @abigailhumes4608
    @abigailhumes4608 3 года назад

    Excellent! Thank you for taking the item to teach us such important home preservation methods. I do appreciate the links and the science for the processes.

  • @rufinaf1
    @rufinaf1 3 года назад +5

    Thank you for a great introduction. I was just introduced to this concept today and decided to look up the internet for more information. You are such an amazingly great teacher. I've subscribed to your channel and look forward to learning more about dehydrating food and everything else you've got to teach....thanks again.

    • @RoseRedHomestead
      @RoseRedHomestead  3 года назад +1

      Welcome! We are so glad to have you join us and are pleased our videos are useful for you. Thank you!

  • @taiya519
    @taiya519 Год назад

    You are a gem and a wealth of information. Thank you!

  • @melodyhallock6400
    @melodyhallock6400 Год назад

    I learned so much from this video. You have a wonderful way of explaining the why's and how's that makes so much sense. Thank you.

  • @AR154ALL
    @AR154ALL Год назад +3

    You have answered so many questions that I've had about dehydrating food, I think this is the best video that I have ever seen on the subject. Thank you. Keep it up.

  • @Kathy_Is_Blessed
    @Kathy_Is_Blessed 3 года назад +13

    You are a delight! So informative and helpful...this is a great intro video. I am still saving up money to buy a dehydrator, but hopefully won’t be long now. This is the first video I’ve seen of your channel and I look forward to more!
    🙏Thank you so much.

    • @RoseRedHomestead
      @RoseRedHomestead  3 года назад +2

      Glad it was helpful! And we are glad you found us. It will be exciting when you are able to start dehydrating --soon!

    • @virginiadodgen2787
      @virginiadodgen2787 3 года назад +3

      Presto dehydrator is less than forty dollars. Works very well for most people.

    • @virginiadodgen2787
      @virginiadodgen2787 3 года назад +3

      At Walmart

  • @dianeirvine1384
    @dianeirvine1384 2 года назад

    Thank you learning so much just got a dehydrator so I’m new to this. So far I’ve had a go at a lot of herbs out of the garden and onions. Thanks for making things clear to understand.

    • @RoseRedHomestead
      @RoseRedHomestead  2 года назад

      Diane: Thank you for watching our channel. Let us know about your successes as you use the dehydrator. Jim

  • @susantreadwell1770
    @susantreadwell1770 2 года назад

    My food dehydrator arrived this week. I have done some beets for powder, some frozen corn and I am doing frozen carrots. Mostly experimenting. I love the dryer. I bought the Magic Mill and it works wonderful. I really like being able to set the time and the temperature. Thanks for your information and your encouragement.

  • @lynsmith2698
    @lynsmith2698 3 года назад +5

    great video. YOu have answered so many questions. My mum gave me her old round dehydrator when she moved. I have used it alot and people always laugh at it because it is made by K-Tel. Anyone my ages remembers K-Tel records from the 70s. Anyways your video is so informative and i look forward to watch the rest of food drying videos.

    • @RoseRedHomestead
      @RoseRedHomestead  3 года назад +2

      So glad it was helpful. And I remember that brand name!

  • @allchithow
    @allchithow 3 года назад +9

    Thank you for sharing us your years of experience. I learned a lot from your video today. My dad grew a lot of vegetables and fruit trees but we didn't know about preservation, we just ate and the rest gave away or threw away...

    • @RoseRedHomestead
      @RoseRedHomestead  3 года назад +4

      That is what a lot of us did before we learned about food preservation. Thank goodness for modern food science and research. I love it that we have so many options now to preserve food.

  • @ddstephanie9432
    @ddstephanie9432 3 года назад

    Ma’am you are amazing teacher. Thanks for sharing your knowledge very helpful. I purchased my first dehydrator loved it!

  • @stellalongmire4962
    @stellalongmire4962 2 года назад

    I bought a new dehydrator. I bought some silicone fabric so I can dehydrate small vegetables.
    I ran my first ten pounds through last night.
    Frozen corn, frozen peas, and Frozen carrots.
    I checked on them just before I left for work this morning and I am DANCING! Super easy to do even after working a ten hour day yesterday! Two pound bags of corn and peas in the generic store brand were $1.99 a bag, $1.59 for one pound bags of carrots.
    Today we move on to fresh celery. It is getting to be a hard to find in my area.
    Thank you so much for this video!

  • @Kenisproactivehere
    @Kenisproactivehere 2 года назад

    Thank you so much for the basics. Very helpful. Looking forward to videos coming.

  • @jenserikbech
    @jenserikbech 3 года назад +1

    Thank you for the very scientific education! Thank you for your great distribution of real experience!

  • @Arth7272
    @Arth7272 3 года назад +6

    This is amazing! you remind me of my grandmother, your are an amazing teacher, very clear and interesting to hear you. Greetings from Chile.

    • @RoseRedHomestead
      @RoseRedHomestead  3 года назад +1

      Wow, thank you! And it is great to know where you are located!

  • @quizitdaily
    @quizitdaily 2 года назад +1

    Just starting,love the tips.

  • @sarasorensen2650
    @sarasorensen2650 2 года назад +17

    For the last 10 years or so, my mother has been doing what is called "Swedish death cleaning". She has gifted me and my husband all of her home-food-preservation items. Such as a steam juicer, jerky press, steam canner and dehydrator. We're the only ones of all the siblings who really are interested in it and were so grateful for these hand-me-downs.

    • @RoseRedHomestead
      @RoseRedHomestead  2 года назад +1

      Yes, this sounds like very useful hand-me-down.

  • @Linda-qq5mg
    @Linda-qq5mg 2 года назад

    You are an excellent teacher that is very well versed in your field! I trust what you say, and feel that you have researched the information in your videos very well, and have a great deal of experience! This is very new to me but I want to try dehydrating and looking forward to doing it! Thank you so very much.

  • @Gogrannygo55
    @Gogrannygo55 3 года назад

    I just got a magic mikk dehydration machine. I mad apples and bananas but necer realized you can d e hydrate most any fruit or vegetables. This is the PERFECT INTRO into the art of dehydrating. Thank you so much. Will be watching and enjoying.

    • @RoseRedHomestead
      @RoseRedHomestead  3 года назад +1

      That's awesome! Congratulations on your new dehydrator.

  • @c007zy
    @c007zy Год назад

    Just getting a dehydrator so I REALLY appreciate this Pam!!!!

  • @ltodd79
    @ltodd79 2 года назад

    Excellent tutorial. Thanks for the info on "So Easy to Preserve." Ordering today.

  • @dianadavis2020
    @dianadavis2020 2 года назад +2

    This was a great video. I learned quite a lot from it. I never knew why I had to blanch things before processing them (even when freezing) and now I'm smarter than I was yesterday! Thanks!

    • @RoseRedHomestead
      @RoseRedHomestead  2 года назад +1

      That is fantastic! I think we should all try to be smarter today than we were yesterday!

    • @kathyhirsch379
      @kathyhirsch379 2 года назад

      Please can you tell me , Do you blenched peppers 🌶 nobody does I have been searching 🤔 all over the internet thank you so much

  • @cl2710
    @cl2710 3 года назад

    Thank you so much for this information. I especially appreciate how you explain the science behind blanching. I am new to this and am so glad I came across your channel. I wish you all the health and happiness.

    • @RoseRedHomestead
      @RoseRedHomestead  3 года назад

      Thank you so much, and welcome to our adventures!

  • @bethrichardson5998
    @bethrichardson5998 3 года назад +7

    I watched your video A few days ago and I thought she said you could use frozen Vegetables. Good friend of mine loaned me her dehydrator, We went to town this morning and I bought some frozen vegetables. I am now dehydrating Corn, carrots ,peas, green beans, & celery... I just really love your videos.

    • @RoseRedHomestead
      @RoseRedHomestead  3 года назад +3

      That is awesome! Congratulations on your success!

  • @donnapayne9526
    @donnapayne9526 3 года назад

    Thank you for all the information. Your videos are always insightful.

  • @lexiconlover
    @lexiconlover 3 года назад +2

    Perfect explanation and wonderful speaking. I loved every minute I watched.

  • @jenergy1000
    @jenergy1000 3 года назад

    Wow what an excellent and informative video. You filled in all the blanks i had from watching other videos. Thanks for explaining it all so well. I can't wait to see your other videos.

  • @puddleglummarshwiggle4236
    @puddleglummarshwiggle4236 2 года назад +1

    You have presented the information so throughly, thank you.

  • @jonniricard7460
    @jonniricard7460 Год назад +1

    I just love you and your videos! You explain things so well! I can tell you really intend for us to understand and use the information. As far as I am concerned you are truly the best of the best!

  • @pinschrunner
    @pinschrunner 2 года назад +3

    This is a great intro video for anyone who needs to overcome insecurities of dehydrating. It should help fill you with facts to give you confidence. I will recommend it. Nice job!

  • @shadowwolf143
    @shadowwolf143 3 года назад

    i live in southern louisiana and tried air drying mint and basil in a hanging netted tower. unfortunately, my home is rarely under 60% humidity. i just bought a cosori dehydrator last week and this video has answered a lot of questions i had. i look forward to seeing more of your videos!!!

  • @delaineb
    @delaineb 2 года назад +1

    Thank you so much for explaining so many things I had questions about!

  • @mlang3066
    @mlang3066 2 года назад

    I to do allot of preserving all kinds of foods, and like you, have been doing so for many years. I’m really enjoying your videos, we can always learn new things from others. So thank you so much for all that your teaching. I wanted to add, that when dehydrating my garden onions in the dehydrator, I have to do it out side, because the onion scent is so strong in the house, we can hardly bare it! Lol….. Now here in middle Tennessee it’s very very humid through most of the summer, so I generally wait until the cooler days of fall, for this process. I usually either vacuum seal in bags or in jars and also pulverize some for onion powder. Sometimes I freeze them as well. Don’t we just love preserving? ❤️🤗 love your vids!

    • @RoseRedHomestead
      @RoseRedHomestead  2 года назад

      Thank you so much for sharing your information! And yes, I do love preserving food! It is all about food security.

  • @plantbasednurse
    @plantbasednurse 2 года назад

    I appreciate the way you explain things. It makes so much sense to me :) Thank you!

  • @bookedbygracellc5812
    @bookedbygracellc5812 2 года назад +2

    Thanks for the great info! Vit c can also be obtained with 2 or 3 ingredients: cabbage and good quality sea salt for dry slaw process or add vinegar. Both are great ways to keep a natural source of vit C.

  • @cindyann727
    @cindyann727 2 года назад +1

    What a great video. Thank you so much.

  • @MoonStone_Empress
    @MoonStone_Empress Год назад

    I've only recently discovered your channel, but with each video I watch I am more and more grateful for what you do. I always like to know the how and why of things and you make it so easy to understand and your explanations translate well into my own reading and research. Thank you for all you do.

    • @RoseRedHomestead
      @RoseRedHomestead  Год назад

      Wow, thank you! And welcome to our community. We are very glad you found us!

  • @Notnowdave877
    @Notnowdave877 3 года назад

    Thank you for the video. So much useful information! I'm looking at getting into dehydrating to take food along on hiking and camping trips. I subscribed!

    • @RoseRedHomestead
      @RoseRedHomestead  3 года назад

      Thanks for subbing! Glad to have you along on our adventures. We also showed how to use our dehydrated foods in two other videos--Meals in Bags and Thermos Jug Cooking--both would work well for camping trips.

  • @mariaemilord1628
    @mariaemilord1628 3 года назад

    Thank you so much for sharing this very helpful video. I am from The Philippines and planning to start dehydrating food. I am so glad I found your video. Thank you Ma'am.

    • @RoseRedHomestead
      @RoseRedHomestead  3 года назад

      Glad it was helpful! I am excited for you to start dehydrating foods.

  • @gailbader8149
    @gailbader8149 3 года назад

    I've been thinking alot about hydrators and you've been very informative. Thank you

  • @laurastirling4772
    @laurastirling4772 2 года назад +1

    This is a very timely video because I just bought my first dehydrator. I bought it for all the basil I grow this year and cherry tomatoes.

    • @RoseRedHomestead
      @RoseRedHomestead  2 года назад

      Excellent! Glad the information was useful.

    • @sarasorensen2650
      @sarasorensen2650 2 года назад

      How did your tomatoes turn out?

    • @laurastirling4772
      @laurastirling4772 2 года назад

      @@sarasorensen2650 to be honest, because the basil took forever and my machine was loud I never got around to trying it on the cherry tomatoes. Everyone in my house complained about the dehydrator noise. I am going to wait until it cools off here and try it again but with the machine in the garage 😂🤣

  • @deborahlewis3954
    @deborahlewis3954 3 года назад

    I appreciate your videos - they are the most informational ! thank you

  • @DaleScrivenDotCom
    @DaleScrivenDotCom Год назад

    Thank you for being complete in your explanations and definitions. Great video.

  • @pixxa37
    @pixxa37 Год назад

    Thank you so much for this vodeo. I have learned so much! I look forward to watching other videos with specific recipes

  • @Soul-Nate
    @Soul-Nate Месяц назад +1

    So informative.

  • @Beth4653852
    @Beth4653852 Год назад

    Hello! I have been watching your channel for some time now. You are a wonderful teacher! You always have just the right amount of information (with sources), and i literally take notes when i watch you. It's continuing education for living. Thank you!

  • @cherylbishop7657
    @cherylbishop7657 2 года назад +2

    High Desert of Oregon ( 100+ in day & below freezing at night ) first 4th of July we woke up to a frozen mouse in dog water . Love your channel. GOD BLESS

    • @wandaarnt234
      @wandaarnt234 2 года назад +1

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  • @johnmontoya2398
    @johnmontoya2398 2 года назад

    Best video I've seen on the topic. Thank you for such excellence.

  • @suescarboro
    @suescarboro 2 года назад

    I really appreciate the preparation and precision of your videos.

  • @allisonsoutherland5463
    @allisonsoutherland5463 2 года назад

    Just found your channel. I love the way you explain things so clearly.

  • @robinmiller3863
    @robinmiller3863 3 года назад

    Wonderful information. So happy I found this channel!!

  • @robyntorian9495
    @robyntorian9495 2 года назад

    Lady you are awesome. Love what you do.

  • @pennyjones3524
    @pennyjones3524 Год назад

    Just found this channel, very clear and scientific approach and explanations.