canning
01/08/2019
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By Mary Miller
A guide to making and canning vegetable soup
There are many ways to preserve your food supply and extend its shelf life. One of the easiest and most effective of these food preservation techniques is canning. It is useful for preserving fresh fruits and vegetables as these tend to expire very quickly if they are not preserved in some form. If you are growing your […]
11/05/2018
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By Michelle Simmons
The healthy prepper: A guide to keeping fruits fresh without canning
Eating fruits and vegetables is one of the most important ways to keep yourself healthy and surviving, but not when they are canned. The process of canning kills the nutrition and eliminates the real freshness of the food. Storing your produce or keeping them fresh for longer without compromising their nutritional content, so here are […]
09/05/2018
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By Edsel Cook
Factors that determine how long your canned food will last
Canned food are a staple part of any prepper’s stockpile of emergency food. They normally last longer than non-preserved foods, but not all examples enjoy the same longevity. An article in MD Creekmore discusses the factors that can affect the shelf life of your supply of canned food. First, there is canned food that has […]
08/28/2018
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By RJ Jhonson
The pros and cons of different preservation methods
Food preservation is one of the most important life skills, particularly if you live off the grid, are preparing for SHTF situations, or simply do not want to depend too much on grocery stores for your meals. There are different ways to do it and, needless to say, understanding the pros and cons of each […]
08/24/2018
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By Edsel Cook
Digital products the smart prepper can download that teach the best preparation strategies for grid-down scenarios
What are the most important reading materials for surviving SHTF scenarios where the power grid goes down, society collapses, and everyone has to fend for themselves? Dan Sullivan of The Survivalist Blog presents a list of 14 critical reading materials that any prepper and survivalist needs to download, print out, read, and memorize before the […]
07/09/2018
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By Ethan Huff
Avoid these prepping mistakes that most people make
There’s a whole lot more that goes into prepping for a worst-case scenario than simply stockpiling a bunch of food and storing up extra ammo. You’ve also got to learn how to ensure that the food you have remains edible, for instance, as well as take steps to ensure that you have a steady and […]
07/03/2018
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By Michelle Simmons
Do you know how to preserve food without electricity? Here are 3 basic methods that work
Learning how to preserve food is an essential skill to have when SHTF. Here are some ways to preserve food – even without the use of electricity. (h/t to JustPlainMarie.ca.) Preserve food by curing. Curing is a process that uses both salt and sugar to draw out excess water. The food is then tightly packed into a […]
06/06/2018
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By Zoey Sky
Why you might want to start making your own jam without pectin
Pectin, a naturally occurring substance, is often used to make fruit jams. But did you know that you can still make jam without using pectin, which can be bad for your health? (h/t to TheOrganicPrepper.com.) Pectin and GMOs Preppers use all-natural ingredients to ensure that any food they harvest and preserve can keep them nourished and […]
05/26/2018
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By Michelle Simmons
An essential guide to canning: What you need and how to get started
Canning is an important skill not only for preppers but also for anyone who grows their food. This is because fresh foods will expire if they are not preserved. In addition, canning will prevent you from wasting food. Anything that is left over can be stored for when you need it the most with canning. […]
02/24/2018
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By Edsel Cook
Stockpiling perishables: How to store fresh fruits and vegetables for the long term
It’ll be a shame if you have to throw out all those tasty berries, healthy fruits, and nutritious vegetables because they’re no longer fresh. That’s why a PreppersWill article covered the basics on preserving these organic produce. First off, remember that certain vegetables can be cured to extend their lifespans. Garlic, onions, potatoes, sweet potatoes, […]
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