The Best Kept Secret in Food Preservation

[@justaddlivingwater]

Your 1 of the only prep stedders I watch, not just because you know your stuff, but i love your scriptures...Freeze dryers are so expensive. I wish I could afford one I'm in a small apartment, so it's really hard, my family when I started saving and preserving food a yr ago my family thought i was crazy. I know that dollar tree has freeze dried bananas, strawberries, nuts friuts, ECT. They taste amazing and they r organic nothing added. I'm just freezing right now. I don't have a car or dresser right now..i try to sell all my antiques & boutique items, designer clothes heels ECT. I use a bucket to catch as much rain water as possible, because the hard water & the chlorine they e added taste so gross..ty for everything u share..

[@laeinea]

If you haven't already, look into a dehydrator, it's not as good as a freezer dryer but you can get one so much cheaper and it works to preserve just as well with less space used than canning :)

[@liz4507]

You can register to win a free one at harvest rights site.

[@david84ss]

Bought mine a couple years ago and it has paid for itself. Leftovers and fruits/vegtables never go to waste now. The price is crazy high, but it is worth it. I was supposed to buy a car, I just kept my old one going and bought the freeze dryer

[@diannamc367]

I read your comment about the time she said it cost the price of a small car! 😅 It's on my wish list! Hopefully I will be able to get one soon!!!

[@christinalambotte3127]

Oh, it's so good to see you again! I've been watching the old videos making a little Prepsteaders notebook to use in case the grid goes down. Soon glad you're back. God Bless.

[@PREPSTEADERS]

That's a great idea, Christina! Thank you for the kind words! God bless you too! :)

[@cinsforgiven7]

😂 I have been doing the same!📓 Also looking for ideas on giving my family emergency prep Christmas gifts as I’m the only one in my family who has the time and desire for all to be ready for what is to come! Christa is a wonderful resource and so encouraging! Blessings to all my sisters in Christ, may you all have enough oil for your lamps! Matthew 25 ☮️💟✝️

[@elizabethcope1502]

@@cinsforgiven7 God bless you & yours.

[@cathyd.williamssaltlight5373]

@@cinsforgiven7 amen, same to you..have been sharing about oil for your lamps recently.❤😊🙏

[@ravyen7103]

I've had my freeze dryer for 2 years now. I use it at least twice a week. Sometimes 24/7. I'll never go back to not having one. It's made me feel so much better about where the future is taking us. Thanks for the video.

[@carpenterbud1414]

It's been a minute girl!!! Glad to see you back. Freeze drying is something I've been interested in for a while, not so much after the SHTF scenario but as a really good approach for filling the homesteading pantry in general. It just hasn't been fitting in the recent budget. Try drying heavy cream. It's amazing and not discernable from fresh at all, plus shelf stable forever! Again, happy to see your smiling face :-) and hope you've been healthy....blessings!

[@keepcalmprepon]

I bit the bullet and bought our freeze dryer earlier this year - it was a pricey spend, but definitely worth it. I calculated out if I were to buy commercially freeze dried food (quality stuff, not the cheap stuff since I'm picky) how many loads would I need to do to break even on cost of the machine, the food, oil, bags, and the O2 absorbers. It worked out to 45 loads, and everything I'm freeze drying is local, and organic and/or pastured. I just wrapped up our 31st load and will be putting in our next batch before I go to bed tonight. By end of November, the machine will have paid for itself!

[@dandycat2204]

Just reading through the first few comments did allay my fears, and that you weren't posting rather than I was missing the posts. Good to see you back, Christa...never leave us again!! Peace to all

[@MovingMountainsMM]

I love my harvest right large freeze dryer! I have it running almost 24/7. I watch the sales at the local Grocery stores and freeze dry all of that. I’m sure mine has paid for itself already. I also love the feeling of security I have with all of our FD food.

[@tulipsmoran5197]

And after freeze drying 150lb of veggies from my garden, it all fits into a 27gal tote (in mylar pt bags)

[@BiblicalApologetics]

how often are you chaining the oil and how much is your power bill going up?

[@princesswarrior6945]

@@tulipsmoran5197 curious also about the power use & any tips

[@SilentWatcher594]

First,,,thanks for all your videos. I've been freeze drying for almost two years. Garden produce, fruit trees, raw meats, eggs from our chickens, and also cooked foods like casseroles, soups, stews, and chili are being processed and stored. We have nearly a full year of food for two stored and stacked in covered bins and we keep adding to it. The freeze dryer has now paid for itself. While we still can foods, I STRONGLY recommend this food storage process.

[@gosmoothgolight7567]

Thanks, Christa! I'm very fortunate in that I have full access to a freeze-dryer unit. I plan on drying farm fresh eggs soon :) I appreciate all of your very encouraging videos! God Bless you and yours

[@PREPSTEADERS]

That is fantastic! Yes, raw scrambled eggs are so great to have on hand once they are freeze-dried, and the reconstitute wonderfully! God bless you too!

[@JaniceCrowell]

Wow! I a so happy for you that you have access to a freeze dryer!

[@lyndabuchholz1216]

I love my freeze dryer but a warning. They are changing the machine constantly and they do not have parts or support for the older ones. Mine is 5 years old and I can't get parts and very little help. So if you get one be sure to invest in parts for the machine. I love it and have saved so much money with being able to freeze dry my foods and leftovers to use later.

[@cheryllindberg9790]

What parts should I order for later replacement? I got my FD in June this year.

[@ng3069]

Missed you! Great video!

[@janievanhoozer8604]

I have missed your channel 🙏🇺🇸

[@iTeerRex]

Yes everybody, first learn to grow food, and then preserve it. Bad times could be just around the corner. Be prepared.

[@angelicas.6391]

Miss you! I had to stop to see if you had a video on how to use a brake bleeder.I’ve added one to my shopping list now:) Thank you for always taking the time in sharing the Word of God at the end of your videos. God bless you!

[@PREPSTEADERS]

Yes, Angelica! kzbin.info/www/bejne/aqTGlomsrd2fq9k Thank you for your encouragement. God bless you too!

[@angelicas.6391]

Prepsteaders, you’re very welcome. Thank you!

[@Earthy-Artist]

I want a freeze dryer, my Hubby & I discussed perhaps getting one next year. Long term food security is a great investment. We joked that eventually when we are retired we could still be eating what we stored away while still working. It's funny to think of it that way but also great! 😀

[@crystalspeters]

Welcome back missed seeing your videos 💖

[@PREPSTEADERS]

Yay! Thank you!

[@flench1901]

Sure have missed you . Just love your videos and inspirational videos.

[@cathyd.williamssaltlight5373]

Thank you for your wonderful, anointed videos..I'm a first year prepper of food etc.; watching alot of videos, starting a journal..yours is one I want to take notes..I hear Proverbs 31 woman when I watch your videos, we're His Proverbs 31 daughters. Proverbs 31:25-31😊❤

[@Metal_Vistas]

Not to dissuade anyone, but if you are considering this, a new medium Harvest Right freeze dryer with Premiere pump (like the one pictured here) will cost more like $4,000 when you add in the sturdy table, and accessories like extra Mylar bags, extra pump oil, silicone mats or parchment for the trays, extra trays so you can prep one batch while freezing another, tray dividers, food scale, moisture meter, etc. I know this because I just took delivery of one a couple of weeks ago. I still believe it is a worthwhile investment, but only if you use it constantly and wisely. Try to find foods with the same approximate moisture content, try to buy food on sale when it is about to expire, and then freeze dry it to lock in the freshness and the low cost.

[@montanaplease]

After taxes I have to work at about 150 hours just to afford one of those things😳 I need about a $3000 generator also for the home. Can anyone permanently loan me some money

[@megandixon3058]

It is well worth the investment!!

[@Jesusismysavior-d9d]

Love this channel ❤

[@gingermilsap7157]

Could you please show us how to package (MEATS) after seasoning, cooking, freeze drying. It’s very expensive to go to all the trouble and then not have very good storage practices. We have gone through all these steps and now I’m not very confident placing these meats into Plastic or Mylar storage bags for long term storage. Pros and cons on moisture packs and/ or oxygen absorbers etc is also HUGE! Please do a video showing the packaging of oily food like Beef roasts, Boston butt roast, Beef tenderloin, Chicken, fish, etc.

[@jamesmiller7296]

Glad to see you back God told Joseph store away food for the pharaoh because the hard times are coming and the hard times are here and going to get worse I'm afraid God bless you and thank you for all you do

[@joannwilliams4133]

I have one. Get one people! You well be glad you did!

[@KeeperofHome]

This was so encouraging! Thank you so much for sharing.

[@susanrumble6366]

I've missed you, so glad to see you are doing okay. Hope you make move videos. You always have a wealth of information to share. May God bless you.

[@davidt5776]

I missed you. You are a blessing

[@marjoriemclean7640]

You have blessed many and now, since finding you, you are blessing me, THANK YOU, Marjorie McLean

[@Truth845]

Hello 👋 new sub here and prepper😁 Thank for this info. Bless you for spreading God's word. The first thing I prepped was Bibles. 🤗 I buy them by the case and put them in plastic ziplock bags. These trying times people need the word. I also include scriptures in my buckets and bags. And Jesus said to them "I am the bread of life He who comes to me shall never hunger and he who believes in me shall never thirst. Psalm 107:9 Therefore whether you eat or drink or what ever you do do all to the glory of God. 1Corinthians 10:31 I will be looking into freeze drying. Thanks again God Bless You!!

[@kidpaver]

I was just searching your channel for updates last night. God bless sister

[@janievanhoozer8604]

So glad to see you channel back again I love listening and learning from a fellow Christian 🙏🙏🙏🙏🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@PREPSTEADERS]

Thank you so much, Janie!!

[@ChannelJGC]

Thank you for this wonderful information. I have been very interested in freeze drying. I hope to get a freeze dryer soon. Missed you and so glad you're back.

[@JNoMooreNumbers]

I decided a cookstove was needed more for winter and the Jeep motor blew up than a freeze drier. Kinda late to buy meat too to use so have been canning it for a couple of years.

[@NW-kc7dn]

Watched this video last night and bought one this morning!! So excited

[@truthseeker5833]

Missed you, and so glad to see you this afternoon! I would love to get a freeze dried machine, however, the cost is to high for now. However, I have been using my dehydrated machine and dry canning. Mahalo for very useful info and hope you enjoy your weekend! Aloha! 🙏🏼♥️🕯🤙🏽🌺

[@tulipsmoran5197]

Yes, it's expensive but I planned and saved AND Harvest Right has a layaway plan and they ship when 70% is paid.

[@nancylourose]

@@tulipsmoran5197 thank you, i didnt know that!

[@elizabethslavens7977]

You are so right have heard many people talk about how much they are saving by using their freeze driers and being able to store their food long term

[@suziq4512]

Its on my wish list for sure ! ..Thankyou !

[@florencehendrick4781]

Bountiful and Boundless Blessings to you and your family! Thank you, I love the scripture at the end of each video. You are just so beautiful and precious!

[@david_reynolds3660]

We have missed you!

[@lauradyer6421]

Thank you so much for always sharing wise information and from a biblical heart... always appreciate the scripture afterwards. Many blessings.

[@obreadasetavich4304]

I left a comment in another of your videos about Ghee. I made it, turned out perfectly. Thank you.

[@tulipsmoran5197]

I Christa, glad to see you back. I love my Freeze Dryer I finally bought earlier this summer and have been preserving all garden veggies (tomato canned into sauce), eggs, cheeses, yogurt, sour cream, fruits, herbs. I can't believe I didn't buy it before. Typically 2-3 batches per week. Freeze drying maintains 97% all enzymes, nutrients and lasts 15-30 yrs depending on food. The heat from canning loses 30-20% of nutrients (if fresh and processed quickly) and then continues to loose nutrients 5 to 20 percent per year. Now that I have a freeze dryer I no longer dehydrate as it loses the most nutrients compared to freeze dried, canned or frozen.

[@tammygagnon996]

Thank you so much. So nice to see you. Missed you🙏

[@highflyer13131]

Former city prepper here. Just moved into my new home. Once we get settled I'm going to pull the trigger on a freeze dryer. I plan on setting up a work station with my dehydrator, vac sealer,canner and soon to be freeze dryer. I also just picked up a deep freezer.

[@thomasstone3719]

Well done Christa I've wanted one awhile you can also vaccume seal your canning jars.

[@PREPSTEADERS]

Yes! I do that and am thankful for that option too, Thomas!

[@theoldguy9329]

Glad you are back. I have been freeze drying for quite a while now.

[@tessoxford5074]

So glad to see you. I have missed so much. Hope and pray you've been well.

[@Clbind]

I purchased a freeze dryer a few weeks back and it’s been running non stop. My kids have eaten the fruit as soon as it’s come out so I switched over to meals and meats. I love it.

[@jenniferrosario1489]

Glad to see you're back.

[@amberk2124]

Nice, but I cannot afford a Freeze Drier. But, been Pressure Canning meats, soups, etc. Dehyderating frozen vegetables, etc. Keeps one very busy. Thank You for your video! God Bless.

[@fredjack2021]

Hi sweetie thank you so much for sharing your beautiful ideas and God bless

[@thumbelinasgrace]

Such good information. Thank you. You have been a blessing in my little corner of the world over the last two years. Hope to see you again soon! ❤️

[@suzisaintjames]

Do you have a video explaining why you like jars over mylar bags? I'd appreciate any others who have an opinion on mylar vs glass. Sending lots of love 💖 from sunny 🌞 Arizona 🌵😷

[@koineusa2697]

Loved the video. I’ve spent close to 3k on emergency food the last 2 years. Just purchased the medium size unit. For me it will pay for itself within a year. Will be looking forward to more videos so I can learn how to use the freeze dryer. God bless you and thanks for the video.

[@wyomingprepper877]

I store my Freeze Dried food in a #10 can with 02 absorbers Using a can Sealer. Store in a cardboard box 6 to a case in 3 years I have stored 150 cases of varies foods. It is easier to invest as a family project. Divide the investment if you can.

[@StrategicSelfRelianceDefense]

Glad to see you making videos again. Keep em coming please ma’am.

[@mariejerome8496]

I agree , I hadn’t seen your videos for sometime. I’m so blessed that you are starting to make more videos.

[@Liesl_Cigarboxguitar]

Thank you for reading from the Psalms. God bless you 🙏

[@nydiamarcial3844]

So glad to see you back, love your videos my sister in Christ.💕🙏 Love hearing the Word of our Lord and Savior.

[@cindycoker2114]

So good to see you again!!

[@kimmididwhat]

Hi Christa, I’m a long time HarvestRight owner. Since 2016) I’m so glad you’re doing a video on this! God Bless! 💕

[@jeffvolk1023]

Yay, you're back. I 've missed your videos.

[@marypost2353]

I love all your videos! They provide such valuable information! Thank you so much! God Bless

[@Robnord1]

Thank you for the information, and the bright way in which you share it! I think I've just found an advantage to being as 'up in years' as my Wife and I are. Our inexpensive canned foods will probably last our remaining Life, so we don't need to bear the expense of a freeze dryer. Mixed blessing 😁

[@tammynevil2422]

I love the scripture added

[@bc24roxy4]

Bought my freeze dryer when they were talking about meat & produce shortages along with the higher prices. Have been hitting the sales at the stores for the past few months. I got the small one and have pretty much been running it 24/7. Love it!!! I have mainly been doing meats but have done some complete meals. I spent so much money on freeze dried food before I even knew you could purchase a freeze dryer. I feel it has already paid for itself.

[@mrs.rogers7582]

great video but the music is too loud, can't hear you clearly. thank you.

[@PREPSTEADERS]

Mrs. Rogers, I am so sorry. KZbin is fixing it right now and it should be immensely better sound-wise any moment now! Thank you so much for letting me know!

[@airlar4857]

It's not the speed of reheating that causes the ice to go from a solid to a gas (sublimation), it's the fact that it's heated up under a vacuum.

[@lindakitts4304]

I never heard any loud music.

[@bbhaulk5914]

Great idea! Other options n resources is great! Thank you!

[@cathiemerry9786]

Christa, very in informative. Love your videos. They are so helpful. Have a beautiful day 🙂

[@manzoorahmed1642]

Appreciated very very good knowlidge

[@PREPSTEADERS]

I am glad it was helpful, Manzoor Ahmed!

[@OneAccord1]

I click you because you put promote the Word. Thank you. Also you're uploads are informational and timely.

[@barryschwienteck5412]

Agree 100% ... purchased one about a year ago, and it has literally been running 24/7 during that timeframe without issue. Great investment from my perspective.

[@MidLifeStyleTwins]

Yes...(Melissa here)...freeze drying has been a great option for us. Do not throw put left overs anymore.

[@cassieb1860]

What made me buy my FD is I watched a video with an older man who had FD hamburger around 8 years ago. He had written the prices on the bag. It was amazing to see the price change. Talk about savings.

[@Mustangs4321]

I love your channel! Thank you so much for helping us!

[@mountainviewsoapcompany5712]

I am planning on getting one in the next few months ❤️

[@jeanetteschulthe1andOnly]

So good to see you, Krista.Thank you for doing this.

[@roszcutler9724]

Good to see and hear from you again. I’ve been purchasing freeze dried foods and it’s very expensive.

[@audreynanapreps2543]

So glad you are back! I wish I could afford one

[@BobbiJo]

Good video. Thanks for sharing. I've been looking into this for a while.

[@marilynmainwaring9978]

Excellent video! Thank you 🙏

[@jgh3792]

May I please have the information on the table you are using? Thank you!! ❤️

[@stmcgarret]

You do a wonderful job of presentation and have excellent content. I just bought/invested in a freeze dryer. Quite a purchase but we are living in unprecedented times. Blessings to you and thanks for your videos which are very helpful.

[@ymrelang]

Thanks for the info. I was only able to afford the small one! I do lots of pressure canning and dehydrated food as well. It sure helps a lot and gives peace of mind. God Bless!

[@baileybrunson42]

Thank you Miss Christa.. a timely and important topic for today. God's continued blessings..

[@randomsaltyperson1148]

So happy to see you! We missed you! 😢 Glad to see you're well sister! Always great info you share!

[@pamelaeason1982]

I've been waiting for this video! I'm only disappointed I didn't see it the day it was released, I'm 2 days LATE ugh lol We've had our medium FD since the first of September, after recovering from COVID. We used the money we were saving to buy that "small car" and decided this was a much better investment. I've had so much fun FD food, and am no longer intimidated by preserving food. Thank you for sharing this and look forward to your next one! God bless from Styx, Tx

[@PREPSTEADERS]

Pamela, I am excited to know you have one! I haven't stopped experimenting since I got it and am learning a lot about what does and does not freeze-dry well. I hope you are having a good experience and preserving a lot with yours. They are amazing inventions for sure!

[@Pilot_engineer_19]

You have a great video and good advice. It seems to me that freeze dried foods are more suitable for backpacking than a stable home environment. The cost of the machine, electricity, and the supplies would be cost prohibitive. You can buy (or make)an awful lot of canned food for $5000 or $6000. After all, if a disaster last for more than a year or two, you should start growing your own food.

[@rachelkivarkis1801]

Dearest Christa, thank u so much, for sharing. 👍👏🙏❤️🥰🌟✝️🌻🍂🍁🌹

[@gigis5017]

Hey there- Love the video- we got a FD at the beginning of this year LOVE LOVE LOVE it. Definitely a smart investment the ways things are heading. Highly recommend the investment- no more waste of leftovers, taking advantage of meat mark downs and sales is an awesome way to say money. We do also pressure can and dehydrate, however the FD has been a GAME CHANGER for sure. QUESTION- i noticed you had artichoke hearts in the FD- were they marinated? If yes, did you rinse or pour hot water over to remove as much oil as possible? Do they FD well? TY Christa

[@themaldonados]

I've been looking into freezer drying for quite some time. At the time I was looking around, the unit available at the time didn't have good reviews. Time passes, improvements are made. Now it's time to make a decision.

[@carolclarkson4859]

We have a harvest right. It has been the very best tool for our preps. We figure it paid for itself in about 1 year. Fantastic ROI. Would be interested to see you freeze dry meats and meals if you can.

[@GH-wv2sg]

My wife and I have been freeze drying going on about four years with our harvest right freeze dryer. Several hundred runs. I just recorded average -71° below. Right now running 40, 4oz chicken breast.

[@lisahartsook]

can you please give a link to whom you shop with? Thank you so very much.

[@lisahartsook]

I do apologize I just seen the info to my right.

[@salettamyers8845]

Awesome video!

[@PREPSTEADERS]

Thank you, Saletta! :)

[@patriciahart9750]

Got ours about a month ago and LOVE IT. We've had it pretty much running non stop since. We've now got bags and jars everywhere. We got a large size and even with those many 5 tray loads We've only had 2 or 3 trays that messed up and I think that was inexperience. And we've done everything from chicken broth to peas and corn to roast beef and shrimp. Including pasta sauce and sliced tomatoes which are incredible. And if you have extra eggs you can whip up whole eggs and just pour them into a tray and shove them into the Freeze Dryer. They rehydrate perfectly and make lovely scrambled eggs and omelets or use them in your baking. You can make your own powdered milk and powdered broth, stock, or bone broth. Freeze dryers are a fantastic investment if you are tired of paying the store bought price for Freeze dryed food. I've even Freeze dried left overs and chili that just needs water added.

[@marycaldwell4632]

Love your videos, I've learned so much. What do you recommend in the laundry area. Should I make my own detergent or store commercial detergents. How long do each last. Is there a way to make my own softener? God Bless

[@AndrewH76251]

Great stuff Christa ! What is the best way to package Pemmican? The Mountain Men sewed their pemmican in Rawhide Buffalo Skins. What method of packaging Pemmican is best today ? A group buy of a Harvest Right Freeze dryer is so important!

[@brightstarr57]

Super informative video! Glad you are back! Can't wait for future videos! I was wondering if you are planning to still do 2 ingredient biscuits...

[@AGumptionProduction]

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[@AGumptionProduction]

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[@annjewell8379]

I just watched your video on making ginger candy and wondered if you made any other videos on using the ginger water or the ginger syrup