For a savvy homesteader, freeze drying isn't just a preservation technique; it's an art form. The ability to transform a diverse array of fruits, vegetables, meats, and even entire meals into long-lasting, nutrient-rich delights is nothing short of magical. Here's a comprehensive guide to what you can freeze dry on your homestead:
Fruits:
- Apples
- Apricots
- Avocado
- Bananas
- Blueberries
- Cantaloupe
- Cherries
- Coconut
- Grapes
- Jackfruit
- Kiwi
- Lemons
- Limes
- Mangoes
- Oranges
- Peaches
- Pineapple
- Raspberries
- Strawberries
- Watermelon
Meats:
- Chicken
- Fish
- Ham
- Hamburger
- Pulled Pork
- Roast Beef
- Sausage
- Steak
- Turkey
- Venison
Vegetables:
- Asparagus
- Beans
- Broccoli
- Carrot
- Celery
- Corn
- Eggplant
- Kale
- Mushroom
- Onion
- Peas
- Peppers
- Potato
- Pumpkin
- Spinach
- Squash
- Swiss Chard
- Tomatoes
- Yam
- Zucchini
Eggs & Dairy:
- Cottage Cheese
- Eggnog
- Eggs
- Ice Cream
- Milk
- Cheese
- Sour Cream
- Whipped Cream
- Yogurt
Herbs & Spices:
- Basil
- Chives
- Garlic
- Ginger
- Horseradish
- Jalapeño
- Lavender
- Mint
- Oregano
- Sage
- Thyme
Meals:
- Beef Stroganoff
- Casseroles
- Cheese Steak
- Chicken Parmesan
- Chili
- Chow Mein
- Enchiladas
- Fajitas
- Ham Fried Rice
- Hash Browns
- Jambalaya
- Lasagna
- Macaroni & Cheese
- Mashed Potatoes
- Meat Loaf
- Meatballs
- Pasta
- Pizza
- Roast Turkey Dinner
- Roast Beef Dinner
- Rice
- Scrambled Eggs
- Soup
- Stew
Snacks & Drinks:
- Coffee
- Cheesecake
- Guacamole
- Gummy Bears
- Jell-O
- Marshmallows
- Orange Juice
- Pie
- Pudding
- Saltwater Taffy
- Salsa
- Skittles
- Smoothies
This exhaustive list showcases the incredible range of options available for the homesteader embracing freeze drying. From the basics of fruits and vegetables to the complexity of entire meals and delightful snacks, your homestead is about to become a freeze-drying haven.