Strategies to Ensure Your Preserving Venture Succeeds in Canning
Published on August 21, 2020 by Greg Seaman
In the quest for self-sufficiency and extended food shelf life, home food preservation has gained popularity. This article highlights some of the best tools available to help you preserve fruits, vegetables, meats, and dry goods for year-round use.
Food Dehydrators
A key tool in the home preservation arsenal is the food dehydrator. The 8 Trays Food Dehydrator Machine by Vevor, with its all-stainless steel construction, digital controls, adjustable temperature (86℉ to 194℉), and timer, offers efficient drying for jerky, fruits, veggies, herbs, and seafood[1].
For those on a budget, mid-range models like the Nesco Snackmaster Pro and Presto Dehydro Electric provide reliable performance at affordable prices[3]. For those who prefer American-made dehydrators, options are still available, offering potential benefits of higher quality and support[5].
Vacuum Sealers for Mason Jars
A portable Mason jar vacuum sealer, such as the OXLIMKEE model, is a compact, rechargeable device that seals jars tightly, extending the freshness of nuts, seeds, lettuce, and dry goods. However, it should not be used as a substitute for canning, and perishable items must still be refrigerated[4].
Pressure Canners for Home Canning
The Presto Precise® 23-Quart Digital Pressure Canner meets USDA home canning guidelines, processes low acid foods safely (meats, poultry, fish, vegetables), and functions as a boiling water canner for high acid foods (fruit, jams, pickles)[2]. Features include an easy digital display, built-in timer, temperature sensor for consistent pressure, safety locks, a canning rack, and an energy-efficient design.
Other Useful Tools
The Stasher Reusable Snack Bag, Stasher Stand-Up Bag, and Stasher Reusable Half-Gallon Bag are reusable alternatives to single-use plastic bags, ideal for storing and transporting food[6]. The Hard Apple Cider Making Tool Kit, Fermented Pickle Kit, Fermented Vegetable Kit, Fermented Hot Sauce Making Kit, Foraging Essentials Tool Kit, Sourdough Bread Making Tool Kit, Reusable Produce Bags Set of 5, ParaFlexx Premium Non-Stick Drying Sheet, FreshPaper Produce Saver, and FreshPaper Bread Saver round out the list of useful tools for home food preservation[6].
Together, these tools—quality dehydrators, vacuum sealers optimized for Mason jars, and USDA-compliant digital pressure canners—form the backbone of a well-equipped home food preserving setup. With these tools, you can preserve fruits, vegetables, meats, and dry goods in multiple ways for year-round use.
[1] Vevor 8 Trays Food Dehydrator Machine: https://www.vevor.com/products/8-trays-food-dehydrator-machine [2] Presto Precise® 23-Quart Digital Pressure Canner: https://www.prestocookware.com/products/presto-precise-23-quart-digital-pressure-canner [3] Nesco Snackmaster Pro: https://www.nesco.com/products/nesco-snackmaster-pro-food-dehydrator [4] OXLIMKEE Portable Mason Jar Vacuum Sealer: https://www.amazon.com/OXLIMKEE-Portable-Mason-Jar-Vacuum/dp/B075LKL66H [5] Excalibur 9-Tray Food Dehydrator with Digital Timer: https://www.excaliburdehydrator.com/products/9-tray-dehydrator-with-digital-timer [6] Stasher Reusable Snack Bag: https://www.stasherbag.co.uk/collections/snack-bags [6] Stasher Stand-Up Bag: https://www.stasherbag.co.uk/collections/stand-up-bags [6] Hard Apple Cider Making Tool Kit: https://www.amazon.com/Hard-Cider-Making-Tool-Kit/dp/B07G4ZL5N8 [6] Foraging Essentials Tool Kit: https://www.amazon.com/Foraging-Essentials-Tool-Kit-Portable/dp/B07C1JKNZP [6] Sourdough Bread Making Tool Kit: https://www.amazon.com/Sourdough-Bread-Making-Tool-Kit/dp/B07VKDH2D1 [6] Reusable Produce Bags Set of 5: https://www.amazon.com/Reusable-Produce-Bags-Set-5/dp/B075LKL66H [6] ParaFlexx Premium Non-Stick Drying Sheet: https://www.amazon.com/ParaFlexx-Premium-Non-Stick-Drying-Sheet/dp/B077JVKZB2 [6] FreshPaper Produce Saver: https://www.freshpaper.co/ [6] FreshPaper Bread Saver: https://www.freshpaper.co/products/bread-saver
Incorporating sustainable living into one's lifestyle, the art of cooking often involves the use of home-and-garden tools for food-and-drink preservation. The Vevor 8 Trays Food Dehydrator Machine, Nesco Snackmaster Pro, Presto Precise® 23-Quart Digital Pressure Canner, and the compact OXLIMKEE portable Mason jar vacuum sealer are among these essential tools that ensure year-round availability of fresh and preserved food items such as meats, fruits, veggies, and dry goods. Furthermore, reusable bags like the Stasher Reusable Snack Bag, Stasher Stand-Up Bag, and Stasher Reusable Half-Gallon Bag promote a more environmentally-friendly food-and-drink storage and transportation lifestyle.
