home canning techniques

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How to Store Meat

How to Store Meat for Long-Term Preservation

Top Takeaways and Key Concepts Freeze meat tightly wrapped to prevent freezer burn and label each package. Portion meat before storage for single-meal convenience and easier thawing. Pressure-can cooked meat in sterilized jars, leaving headspace for expansion. Dehydrate lean meat strips evenly spaced, marinated, and cooked to proper dryness. Store […]

Grow and Preserve Your Own Food

How to Grow and Preserve Your Own Food for Survival

Top Takeaways and Key Concepts Choose hardy, easy-to-grow plants like potatoes, beans, carrots, and herbs. Prepare soil by clearing debris, adding compost, and moistening before planting. Water deeply but infrequently, checking soil moisture an inch below surface. Harvest crops at peak ripeness using clean tools to prevent contamination. Preserve surplus […]