Home Food Preservation: Introduction to Drying

Learn about today’s recommended methods for home food preservation while dispelling food preservation myths and unsafe practices of the past.

When:
Monday, Sep. 25, 2023 | Noon – 1:30 p.m.
Registration deadline: Sept. 22, 2023 | 11:59 p.m.
Home Food Preservation: Introduction to Drying will explain the scientific reasoning behind today’s recommended methods for drying products while dispelling food preservation myths and unsafe practices of the past. In recent years, there has been increasing interest in home food preservation. Drying is one method of home food preservation that allows you to enjoy seasonal foods all year long. While this method of home food preservation has existed for centuries, we have learned a lot about the science behind this practice in recent years. The ​Home Food Preservation​​ series of webinars will provide you with the scientific background, preparation tips, and safe processing methods to preserve food at home. Registration is required to receive the link to access the webinar. Registrants will also receive access to the webinar recording.

What will you learn?

• The basic principles behind drying fruits, vegetables, herbs, and meat to assure a safe product
• Various methods of drying including oven drying, using a dehydrator, microwave drying, and air drying
• Pretreatment steps such as blanching and anti-darkening soaking solutions to ensure a quality product
• Food safety considerations when processing jerky
• What to look for when buying a dehydrator
• Ideas for using dehydrated foods

We hope you can join us!