Chocolate Chips for Long Term Storage

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[@rebeccaulloa7774]

Please pray for all if us being devastated and evacuating the Santiam Canyon Fires.

[@valh9858]

Thanks Heidi. That color difference is the chocolate "bloom" that is on your 2014 chips. There are two types of bloom - fat bloom and sugar bloom. Fat bloom is the result of temperature variations to the chocolate and so the cocoa butter melts and separates and doesn't return to its former state. Instead the cocoa butter rises to the top and forms that whitish coating. Sugar bloom is the result of excess moisture and so the sugar in the chocolate crystallizes and rises to the surface, forming a whitish coating. Fat bloom is the most common type. Many folks think their chocolate has gone bad or has developed a mold, but it is perfectly fine to eat. I've had chocolate stored in containers for years with bloom all over it and it is great for baking. Have a great week!

[@marthaadams8326]

Great information - could you put a silica pack in it?

[@valh9858]

@@marthaadams8326 I don't think it is necessary but it wouldn't do any harm. I have my large chunks of chocolate in bags and it has been fine for years.

[@heidimisfeldt5685]

Good to know 😃❤😎❤😀❤🙂❤😉

[@m.b.g.2235]

@@valh9858 .. thank you for this information. I just started storing chocolate chips, chunks, bars, cocoa. Anything I might need to cook with. But I didn't have a clue how to store them long term. I did put a bag of chocolate chips in a mason jar and they have lasted very well. The Baker's chocolate is still in the original package. I'm afraid to open it! 😬 Haha

[@mariasciulli8786]

Thanks for this information. If only I knew thisbefore I got Rid of my choccolate chips.👍🤗

[@susanrobinson408]

Chocolate chips last long enough for storage??? Great video.

[@sandij.1888]

I know, right??🤣🤣 What a concept!!!🤭🤭🤣🤣

[@HelovesU-we4qh]

Alleluia, ever so good!!! We serve such a good good GOD😁😁😁 thanks for the great video!

[@Knife_Collector]

I did a review on a Facebook page on long term storage foods. One product had M&Ms in it, and after 20 years, the M&Ms turned to powder. Eating 10 year old MREs, M&Ms are starting to show their age, so i would say milk chocolate tends to have a actual shelf life of about 7 years if packed for long term.

[@muttonchop271]

Choc chips last less than a week in my house, even when I hide them, every time I go to use them ... gone, with 3 very guilty looking kids. This should slow them down a little bit,.... never thought I would have to pest proof my choc chips from my own kids lol.

[@RainCountryHomestead]

Haha!

[@debbiesavage7107]

Mutton Chop Here, too! Except, it’s my husband instead of children! Chocolate IS a necessity in our neck! 😏

[@GoldenAngel444]

We’ve literally resorted to putting our chocolate chips into a safe 🤣

[@heidimisfeldt5685]

You guys are all hilarious. 😀❤🙂❤😀❤😃❤😎❤😊

[@k.a.4655]

I hear you. Same here. Six kids. never any chips!

[@sharonmckee2403]

Great video! So glad you did film this. I’m trying to get things out of my freezer… I have a lot if chocolate chips! Thank you! (Now I’ve gotta find more jars!)

[@youbikewithatube]

Love this video, I’ve wondered how to store it long term. One thing I’ve learned eating food from the military (MREs ect.) is never underestimate the desire to have things like chocolate, sweets and other foods that are considered non prep type of foods. Beans and rice might keep you alive but people will beat someone for taking their skittles or a chocolate bar 😂.

[@PokerHillFarm]

That's the way I store my chocolate chips and butterscotch chips.

[@RainCountryHomestead]

I love butterscotch chips even better, I need to get stocked up on those, they go very well in the cowboy cookies too!

[@MariaPerez-nm6qw]

Thank you! Candy is important to give that spark of “everything is going to be okay” in tough times. God even wants us to have land flowing with milk and honey 🍯.

[@heidimisfeldt5685]

Honey sure can sweeten a day, just like chocolate.

[@heidimisfeldt5685]

Chocolate chips are essential for happy time moments.Every child would agree. So would many older young at heart grandmothers. 😃❤

[@dandelion1239]

You are such fun to watch! Thank you for sharing your knowledge & helpful hints. And yes…God is good! All the time!

[@wordsbymaribeja1470]

That white coating on the chocolate can happen to chocolate within the 'best before' date. I remember buying some 70% Green and Blacks and it had that same white coating, I wrote to them and they wrote back to me saying it's a natural process when it has been sitting on the shelf and is harmless. They sent a load of vouchers as well 😊

[@wifigrannyl.1354]

I just ❤️ LOVE ❤️ your channel! I wish I had found you 5 years ago. I’ve jumped all over KZbin for recipes and how to videos then after watching several I’d have to decide who’s method was the best. I have trust in your knowledge and expertise and now have a “one stop” site and feel more confident in my prepping. I also save hours of searching. Thank you.

[@RainCountryHomestead]

Thank you for that! I really appreciate it :D

[@NS-pf2zc]

She really is the greatest!

[@robinstarr4118]

Agreed!

[@sandys7118]

Wow, I learned something I had no idea a Brake Bleeder could be used like a food saver on jars! So much cheaper than buying a Food Saver! I have the one linked in your description box in my Amazon cart right now. I wish I had known about this long ago. Thank you so much for sharing this information and great video!!!!

[@tealwoodclassics3914]

From this video alone I learned about a brake bleeder. Thank you so much!!!

[@heidychatwin5081]

Thanks, Heidi. I have 2 favorite people I like to follow, and you are one of them. I just vacuum sealed several jars of those little Swiss dark chocolate bars you can get in large bags at Costco.It worked great. They are individually wrapped, but loosely enough to get all the air out. Love your videos, and your cheerful manner.

[@rneedham667]

I just wanted to say thank you so much for all your videos. You are like a Great teacher. I have learned so much. God bless you for sharing you're knowledge!

[@richardschmidt2430]

LOOOLLLLL! You had me in stiches, girl! Putting things down and "losing them"----hilarious...why? Can I relate???? Anyways, another great video! I love my brake bleeder--and you introduced that to me! Blessings to you and yours! :) Dawn @ Rich & Dawn in MN :)

[@ddmaharaj5359]

The "Old Timers" did not have silicone nor oxygen absorbers" l like how you explain why you do things a certain way, like using the handheld breaker. Your channel is appreciated. 🎉

[@sandyclaus2729]

This video is Gold! I'm a chocoholic and now I know I need to put up chocolate! My family thanks you. Lol

[@chefevilee9566]

I made this comment under another video. I am so glad that you brought this to my attention. I have a bag of chocolate chips that I can’t eat so I forgotten about them. They’re not very old, about nine months. So I’m going to get them sealed up in the jars along with some of my spices over the next couple days. I purchase from the Santa Barbara chocolate company. They don’t have any soy vanilla GMO nothing in the chips. I also love their red vegan cocoa powder. It is out of this world. As I was talking to another commentor about mixing up my own chocolate now with maple syrup. It truly is delicious. It has made it completely possible for me to get off of the other types of sugar. The only sweeteners I use are honey and maple syrup.praise Father God in Jesus name!

[@lucillegm]

Thanks so much. I’ve learned so much watching your videos! I’m currently dehydrating my grape leaves.

[@cindyrosel9652]

Just got my brake bleeder been having fun trying out getting lots stocked up

[@prchocolate80]

Just tried my break bleeder. Thanks for the tip to keep pumping till the needle stops my regular canning food Saver always unsealed my jars when I removed it. Now it works yea! Also I have been using nine canning jars for herbs the food saver jar sealers don’t fit so I tried my food saver vacuum canister 4 qt it worked. I placed my jars in the canister and pumped the vacuum up to 15 lbs. when I removed the break bleeder and rotated the lock top to open I could hear the tops clicking sealed. Just thought i would pass this on to others who don’t have enough canning jars. I realized new this canister is expensive. Found it at goodwill still has the price sticker $3.50 it pays to frequent resale stores. 🤗

[@liberty8424]

Never heard of a 'canister '?? Is it a Food Saver prkduct?? TIA.

[@jojofox8044]

Another great video! Thank you Heidi your a God send 💜🐔💜

[@laurafall7846]

We live in the mountains in Colorado. We sometime have power outages. The brake bleeder let's you continue vacuum sealing should this occur. Great video. Thanks!

[@AdrianHepburn-vz9yr]

Really? How do you do that sounds interesting.

[@WendyK656]

Thank you Heidi, for the link for the Chocolate Chips! I am going to look into this chips. What good Idea's Heidi that you always have.

[@rhondawelker6742]

Thank you, Heidi. You do all the ground work for us, so we don’t have to experiment with a technique! 😃

[@RainCountryHomestead]

Haha! I try anyway! :D

[@maggievice9042]

I'm vacuuming some almonds today so I'm glad I watch your videos. Also I have two quarts of orange vinegar going so I' have to go back and see how you use it. Thanks so much for all your info.

[@teriw5313]

Thank you!!

[@RuralmoneyOfficial]

Thanks, Heidi. I didn't know how to store them so I took the chocolate chips out of my food storage and put them in the fridge. Great idea! Tonza from beautiful rural Georgia.

[@lifeisgood-victoria796]

LOVE the chocolate. Thank you for sharing.

[@deebunker4950]

Thank you , for your always useful information!

[@TheLeisamarie]

Thank you for the link to the chocolate! It's so fairly priced!! My brake bleeder arrived this past week (ordered through your recommendation) and have already used it for oats and popcorn. I believe you are right, it does give a better seal than the electric machine! Thanks so much for such great advice!!

[@RainCountryHomestead]

Yeah, that price was the best I had seen when you buy the case.

[@NS-pf2zc]

Hahaha, you cracked me up with searching for the brake bleeder! I'm the same way. 😋 I still haven't found my headphones I lost last month. I know they are in a "safe place", but I miss being able to use them to listen while I work!

[@trishthehomesteader9873]

...and I still haven't found my hand saw! It really ticks me off when I don't put stuff where it belongs. 😣 I mean, if it's not where it belongs, where the heck do ya look for it?! 😕

[@RainCountryHomestead]

The freezer sounds like a logical place to find the hand saw! haha

[@trishthehomesteader9873]

@@RainCountryHomestead 😁😆😂 Seriously,if there wasn't a batch of jam on top if it (box type), I'd look there too!☺️

[@susanmoore7864]

Thanks

[@evelyndole4618]

Every spring when I clean my pantry to decide what I need to can. I check all my jar seals both of canned items and the ones I have sealed with my brake pump.

[@juliepoppe6294]

Thank you! Just researched and found this! Sealed two jars dark chips- yippee!

[@juliepoppe6294]

I just found two more bags mini chocolate chips- sealing tomorrow

[@carolkennedy6744]

Very cool

[@yvettecalderone7084]

I just love your videos..thank you for sharing your knowledge with us! God bless!

[@jenericstewart]

THANK YOU!!! SOOOOOOOOO MUCH! pre-plandemic i had a home based candy business. i have 80+ lbs of the best chocolate (callebaut - very expensive!), and i've been worried about what i'm going to do with it. the chocolate "experts" claim that chocolate cannot be saved. i've been planning on vacuum sealing it anyway, because what do i have to lose?! thank you for giving me hope!

[@wifigrannyl.1354]

Maybe you could make your candies and sell online. Just a thought, there’s probably tons of rules and regulations to follow as well as lots of hoops too.

[@jenericstewart]

@@wifigrannyl.1354 laws in my state don't allow it. :)

[@bruhbro9735]

It *can* be stored in the freezer, though you have to be careful not to introduce moisture as the chocolate comes to room temp it collects condensation. as I'm sure being a candmaker you know that water and chocolate dont mix. Also you'd have to 'thaw' or temper the chocolate so you dont ruin the texture of the frozen chocolate

[@theresalogsdon765]

Thank you, Bless you as well

[@SuperJill1111]

Info was what I was looking for. Subscribed as well.

[@tennesseegirl1215]

Great video, I do this method for my chocolate chips as well, need to purchase more, thanks for reminding me, blessings

[@teresecox4109]

This is so timely! I just bought chips at Costco for this purpose. (Saw a floating Rooster 🐔 not sure what that was for! LOL!). Have a great day!

[@RainCountryHomestead]

Here is the explanation on the rooster: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rYXIkKmsft6DnpY

[@teresecox4109]

Rain Country Love it!!!! Just watched the Rooster video. Thanks so much for your response and for sharing this. Love your channel! All the best from North Georgia!!

[@mrsjkamp]

@@teresecox4109 I just got a bag at Costco too and vacuum sealed them right up! :)

[@dogtag7487]

Thank you for doing these videos. 💕

[@mercedesfiorella6736]

Thank you very much your great . God bless you I thought I had to purchase oxygen absorber plus vacuum seal you really helped me more then you know. God Bless you.

[@marthafearsme]

Thanks for the info on the brake bleeders. I use canning lids for canning then save them. I use painters tape for labeling them for use with the food saver. The older lids are much better. Rarely have one fail. I do agree with you on the OA's... not a fan. And I always use a ring for the vac sealed ones. Have you looked into freeze dryers? See you dehydrated some meat. I bought one and it was pricey, but it is paying for it's self. Love your vids.

[@louisevaughan2165]

Thank you for this info . I have been trying to figure out how to store things like chocolate chips .

[@louisevaughan2165]

I have 5 case boxes (12 bars ea) of organic chocolate bars in the freezer that I will now take out , break into pieces & store this way .

[@cerestaylor9088]

👍 Awesome as always 😊

[@inthegarden1054]

Thank you I’ve been wanting to see this

[@maureendietz622]

New to your channel. Thank you so much for the information.

[@janeparker1009]

Great video keep up the good work God bless you and yours

[@rosehavenfarm2969]

You are so right, some treats are needed. I have been lax in that area. Will speak with DH this evening about it. BTW, in a few weeks I'm teaching a little food preservation "class" to some new fellow travelers. I'm bringing the brake bleeder, I know it will be a hit.

[@steveday4797]

I didn't know you could store chocolate chips for that long, I always thought that they'd go rancid. Thank you so much for the information

[@bruhbro9735]

Dont expose to light especially UV or even artificial. Usual cool dry place, for the best results you can even freeze them but of you use them straight out of the freezer the condense moister from the air and tend to ruin the texture so consider leaving them in the fridge for a day or two to come up to temp

[@breathofhome6315]

I got 90# of milk & dark kosher chocolate for $20. Been working on getting it all stored away without using the freezer(need the freezer for other items). I don't eat tons of chocolate, but it was a deal I couldn't refuse. Thanks for the info Heidi!

[@RainCountryHomestead]

That is a great deal! WOW!

[@Knife_Collector]

Chocolate chips, or butterscotch flavored, are great to add to rice to flavor it, or oatmeal, or anything else you might add a bit of sugar to so it would be sweet. I vacuum pack dark chocolate as it tends to last longer, and also do some Reese's Pieces.

[@mrsd3455]

Knife Collector where do you find soy free butterscotch chips?

[@Knife_Collector]

@@mrsd3455 Guittard makes great butterscotch chips. They tend to be a bit more expensive, but tastes great.

[@mrsd3455]

Knife Collector thank you, we love Guittard, my only concern is, do they have soy?

[@Knife_Collector]

@@mrsd3455 Everything I read say they are soy free. I do wish they were a bit cheaper tho..

[@aprilcarr8079]

I’m told that whitening of the Chocolate is called blooming and it’s just when the sugar starts to break apart from the chocolate it’s not ruining it it’s still really good

[@terikc2012]

New subscriber here and am really enjoying all your videos and have learned alot already!

[@2200chuck]

Hi Heidi. Yes -PLEASE- try out the Tatler with the Break Bleeder. I'm seriously considering going all Tatler and this would REALLY interest me. Thanks.

[@RainCountryHomestead]

As I said in the video, I have tried it in the past, some work great and some do not. I will have an update video on this coming out soon as I just shot it last week. I have some things I have vacuumed sealed with the wide mouth Tattlers that have stayed sealed for 6 years.

[@marthaadams8326]

Wash your mouth out. Chocolate is a necessity for life - trying to figure out how to grow it in my greenhouse :-) I am an avowed chocoholic. I just keep mine in the bag they come in until I need some and then I put a number of packages in an air tight canister. They have never gone bad? Did yours go bad?

[@RainCountryHomestead]

I think as long as they are kept cool and airtight, whatever method someone uses will be fine.

[@Lo-tn1vz]

I enjoy you mentioned soy free chips! I also try to avoid soy as much as possible. My goodness does it get snuck into so many things 😬

[@TealJadeTurquoise1]

Thank you Mrs. Rain. I am always informed, loving your experience and preparedness. Were you ever a girl scout?

[@RainCountryHomestead]

Only when I was in 3rd grade, very long time ago! haha

[@iuseaolemail]

Great video. You were so informative.. and with real good info. I thought this was gna be a quick video of a simple do this, but wow!!!... Love that there is no doubt about your info, and not just someone making another video. First time seeing you, be subscribing!! Thanks!! And another WOW-2014!! impressive!!

[@iuseaolemail]

Omg... I had an awful typo... I DID fix it but it had said 'bad' with real good info... Was suppose to be "and" with real good info

[@RainCountryHomestead]

Haha! I realized when I had read the full context, that is was either a typo or you were using the word "bad" the way many young people do...which would mean "good". haha

[@carollewis6057]

We just finished canning 24 quarts of tomatoes

[@wifigrannyl.1354]

Congratulations! That’s great. My tomatoes didn’t do very well this year because we’re in the process of moving to the country and I just wasn’t there enough. My brother lives close and was in charge of watering them as he forgot. 🙄☹️. We did get enough to have fresh ones to eat. Next garden will be better hopefully.

[@2012spacetraveler]

You can make your own oxygen pack - steel wool and salt - take a ....2 inch square, (or multiple)depends on size of package, rub the salt thoroughly into the piece of steel wool and thats it. Wear gloves when rubbing the salt into the wool.

[@RainCountryHomestead]

Interesting. Do you then wrap it in a breathable cloth?

[@2012spacetraveler]

@@RainCountryHomestead Yes - here is a link to an audio instruction, and another link to read how to. - healthrangerreport.com/prep-with-mike-how-to-make-your-own-oxygen-absorbers Second link - patricksbushcraft.wordpress.com/2017/06/17/how-to-make-oxygen-absorber-cheap/

[@mrsjackson9999]

After going through several food savers I got a “Foodsaver” by Tilia. It’s a workhorse and will vacuum seal Mylar. Just FYI. :-) thanks for the info on chocolate!

[@RainCountryHomestead]

I have been through at least four different food savers over the years and am just done with them

[@salliebeard1899]

Thank you for sharing ❤️💗❤️ BOSTO LOVING MANKIND 🤗💞💖

[@normamead4511]

I will be looking for your gaged had never seen one ☝️. Thank you 😊

[@latriciacagle4873]

I never would have thought of storing chocolate chips. I’ve been adding “treats” to my long term storage items and I’m going to add this to the list. As you were talking about the different things you make with the chocolate I was thinking a cook book with your recipes would be good to have. Just a thought...

[@RainCountryHomestead]

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[@sherryk30]

@@RainCountryHomestead I can't wait for your book!

[@RainCountryHomestead]

Hi Sherry! Did you listen to the video I linked to in that last comment?

[@bonitawauls6274]

I have only kept them in zip locked sealed and refrigerated.

[@RainCountryHomestead]

vacuum sealing into jars means you can make room in the fridge :)

[@SteadfastTrailFarm]

Chocolate chips for sanity 😉 I can't find any jar vacuum sealer to go with my FoodSaver! Sold out!

[@RainCountryHomestead]

Just keep checking back, they do keep going back in stock on Amazon and FoodSaver.com. Amazon usually still gives you the option of purchasing them if they are "Temporarily out of stock" and know they will be back in. They do not charge your credit card until they ship

[@judyhowell7075]

Got one last week at food saver

[@SteadfastTrailFarm]

@@judyhowell7075 I finally got the wide mouth off Amazon !

[@aprilcarr8079]

When SHTF we’re gonna need some coco late to comfort the tears back for what has really happened i our life

[@sylviah1234]

I'll be putting up my choc. chips. one thing I did was just remove all the rings off my sealed jars. I had read it's easier to see/find jars that have become unsealed..before I did tighten the ring down thinking it helped? I guess I'll put my rings back on ;)

[@RainCountryHomestead]

Removing the rings from jars only applies to pressure or water bath canned goods, not vacuum sealed goods.

[@alenamatirniyable]

We found the simply chocolate chip at Walmart and has same ingredients. But they are all out currently

[@lindachandler2293]

They might not be a total necessity for life, but a dear chocoholic friend of mine would say speak for yourself 🤣

[@RainCountryHomestead]

haha!

[@tamb6404]

Just found your channel and subscribed. I'm all for prepping chocolate chips and thanks for showing the brake bleeder method! Also loved your story about the lost brake bleeder. Everything in its place gal here too and when somethings missing I gotta find it lol. May the Lord God Almighty bless you greatly in Jesus Holy Name.......Amen.

[@mskaykrafts]

Thank you for this video, Heidi. It's always a joy and educational watching your videos. I may have to use my vacuum sealer bags for my chips because I'm very low on jars as well. I followed your video of dehydrating and vacuum sealing ground beef, and it worked great!!! and when I re-used the beef, it was excellent!! I tried doing the same with chicken, but the end result was not good....chicken was tough as leather. I even cooked the chicken (twice) in my Instant Pot, and still could not tenderize it. Did I do something wrong? Some people say that the chicken should be pressured cooked first then dehydrated...that's exactly what I did. When I saw you hold up your can of dried chicken in this video reminded me of my chicken. Any advice? Have a great day....and thanks for everything you do!

[@RainCountryHomestead]

I am still experimenting with mine. So far I have only used it for chicken fried rice. I tried rehydrating it first before adding it in, I figured it may not work great but still wanted to try it. While a little dry, it was still very tasty. I am going to be trying it soon in my Chicken Fettuccine where I can cook it in with the sauce and see how that goes. If nothing else, it should do well in a soup or sauce that cooks all day

[@crystalpatten7413]

Love this idea wished I could find more jars.. it is so hard to find them and also the vaccum thing what would be another way I could store them I have some in the freezer thats the only place I have but I love your idea...

[@sandij.1888]

Crystal Patton... do the chips have moisture on them when you take them out of the freezer? I stuck a large bag in the freezer from Costco the other day, but I'd rather vac seal them now. Was worried about moisture on them after freezing. Thx in advance!

[@crystalpatten7413]

@@sandij.1888 I have never had a problem with putting them in thier ypu can also put thrm in a container and stick them in the freezer and I have some in a vaccum seal bag but I got vaccum all the air so that way they don't stick together

[@jenniferross7341]

Hello Heidi, I just came your content! I am super excited to have found it!! I wanted to ask you what is the white part your using on the jars?? (Hopefully you see this lol) Thank you!! .m

[@RainCountryHomestead]

If you mean on top of the jar to seal it, those are the foodsaver jar sealing tops that should be linked in the description box, however, if you want a full set with a hand pump that is more cost effective, see this one here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nXPTaIerj5adntk

[@ericjohnson2543]

Do you have a link to the brake bleeder set up you use? And do you have a cookbook for sale that not online only? Don't know if you've seen them or not, Marlboro put out some cookbooks back in the 90s. Good recipes in them. Thanks for your canning and dehydrating videos. Watched a few and subscribed. Take care and have a good Labor Day.

[@RainCountryHomestead]

Brake Bleeder Kit: amzn.to/3jYWEKT Do I have a book or will I write one?: kzbin.info/www/bejne/m2PRi6NoZ5eFadE

[@ericjohnson2543]

@@RainCountryHomestead thank you. Tapped on the link and the video picked up where I left off. Once I have the brake bleeder, what top do I use for the jars for the vacuum sealing? Thanks.

[@canadiangirl5159]

Chocolate wouldn't last that long in my house. But it is a necessity for me. I had never thought about storage for chocolate.

[@hillarywright7965]

Great idea! How would you store nuts for long term?

[@RainCountryHomestead]

Some I vacuum seal and others I freeze.

[@aprilcarr8079]

Questions my very wise one😁 I saw you did some chicken there how did you do that and how long does it last in the jar dehydrate wish I could afford one of thous freeze driers but dang their in the thousands just about dropped dead when I thought to myself that’s more expensive then my car haaa but love to know how long it lasts that way and your technique please And yes God is very Good especially with such amazing helpful people teaching us like you. Thankyou🇨🇦💕

[@RainCountryHomestead]

I will link you to two videos but know that since dehydrating that chicken I found by accident the best way to do it is freeze it first, then dehydrate it, it turns out crispier and easier to rehydrate. Dehydrating Chicken and Other This~N~That: kzbin.info/www/bejne/j33Ze36soaeFbqs Shelf Life of Dried Meats and Dairy: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gImumZSphZ5qe5o

[@kimdewbre8859]

Too funny....looking in bathroom, bedroom...freezer. lol

[@kimberlee7385]

I'm so irritated that I can't find the wide mouth attachment for the jars! I definitely want to try using the brake bleeder pump. I've never sealed chips before. Can't wait to try it

[@judyhowell7075]

Kim Berlee check food saver web site, I got one last week

[@kimberlee7385]

@@judyhowell7075 Thanks. I'll try that.

[@granden2077]

@@judyhowell7075 Hey, thanks! 👍

[@tammyisenblatter9138]

Wonderful!!! Thank you!!! And Thanks for the links to the chocolate chips!!! I am supposed to cut out soy as well. Soy seems to be in EVERYTHING! Did you try their cocoa powder(baking)??? Thanks again and God bless!!!💖

[@RainCountryHomestead]

I get my cacao powder from Amazon, it is organic and has a good price especially when you go through subscribe and save: amzn.to/2ZeR530 I also get the cacao butter by the same brand for making my homemade chocolates: amzn.to/328HuwR

[@tammyisenblatter9138]

@@RainCountryHomestead THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!

[@tracyl5070]

Just my brake bleeder for the 1st time today. It sure will build up arm muscles if you use it frequently. LOL

[@RainCountryHomestead]

It can be a work out, especially if you are sealing several jars back to back! 😃

[@bonniemccain5158]

One time, I found my hair brush in my fridge. Lol

[@RainCountryHomestead]

I have found a kitchen towel in there before...so often times when I am most stumped about where something went, that is one of the odd places I look! haha

[@melissaohlrich2418]

Please someone do a video on how to store long term for those of us that CANNOT afford fancy equipment. I donate plasma twice a week every week just to put back rice and beans.

[@RainCountryHomestead]

They will likely last quite awhile without vacuum sealing but the vacuum sealing will keep them fresher.

[@TerrySmith-he5vx]

Can you use oxygen absorbers instead of using the brake bleeder?

[@RainCountryHomestead]

Yes

[@Fmkayla]

Oh my gosh your just like me I like to have two of many things..... lol

[@aprilinalabama9074]

Thanks 😀 New Subscriber 👍

[@Mercedes65]

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[@kentuckyhome6637]

Chocolate chips are a staple aren't they?? Just ordered the brake bleeder kit through your Amazon link. Thank you!

[@RainCountryHomestead]

A staple for sure! :D

[@countryrose763]

Is that a brake bleeder for automotive!? Thats what comes up on the Amazon link. Also, do you buy it Plus the food-saver lid? Never done this and don’t want to buy the wrong things

[@RainCountryHomestead]

Yes, it is for automotive. It is just being repurposed for sealing jars 🙂

[@lynntomk]

Perfect timing! I just bought a ton. Can I vacuum pack in a food saver bag instead? I'm being stingy with my jars.

[@RainCountryHomestead]

Yes, you can, and I will be doing a video on that as well soon. In that case, I do recommend using an O2 absorber unless you know a good way to vacuum seal mylar. I know it can be done and there is a trick to it but never mastered it myself.

[@lynntomk]

@@RainCountryHomestead Jars are almost impossible to get in Michigan. Thanks.

[@dianeiverson3727]

Rain Country Does it have to be Mylar bags? I am getting low on jars, so I vac sealed mine in vacuum sealer bags instead. I wondered though about them sticking together if they got the least bit warm. I didn’t use an O2 absorber (don’t have any).

[@audreywy1743]

Thank you for sharing this information! Do you know if we can we store cacao powder, cocoa powder, baking bars, etc the same way?

[@RainCountryHomestead]

Yes, you can, but with powders, you need to add a barrier as shown in this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bpawqmOQpLmoiM0

[@aprilinalabama9074]

Chocolate ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️