05/16/2018 / By Michelle Simmons
Powdering milk is a convenient way to preserve the milk you get from your homestead. Not only does this save you money, you avoid commercially pasteurized and processed milk, which may or may not be filled with toxic chemicals. It is recommended to strain or home pasteurize milk before drying. The simplest way to powder milk is by spray drying. This method is often preferred because it generally generates more particles than the other milk drying methods — drum drying and freeze drying.
There are two ways for spray drying – using the dehydrator and the oven. (h/t to NewLifeOnAHomestead.com.)
For the dehydrator method, you will need the following supplies:
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For the oven method, you will need the following:
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Take note that proper drying and storage of powdered milk is important in order to prevent the growth of mold, bacteria, and fungus. The dehydrated milk must be completely dry before being stored and must be kept in an airtight container.
Although home drying milk is not as common as freezing or canning, there are a lot of benefits to drying milk. It helps reduce food waste. In drying milk, only the excess moisture and fluid are eliminated. The iron, vitamins, beneficial fiber, and minerals found in milk are retained. No chemical, preservatives, or additives of any type are added when powdering milk. (Related: Raw Milk is a Complete and Balanced Food.)
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