Freeze Drying Basics

339 South 5500 West,Hurricane UT 83737

16 March, 2021

Description

Are you looking for the perfect way to preserve fruits and vegetables or even fully cooked meals? Come learn about freeze drying basics! With home freeze dryers becoming less prohibitive in cost and more readily available, many people are tempted to purchase one. If you recently purchased a home freeze dryer, are thinking about purchasing one, or are just curious to learn about freeze drying in general, then this is the class for you! Join us as we explore the world of freeze drying food. We'll talk about: advantages and disadvantages of freeze drying foodwhat foods can be freeze driedhow the freeze dryer worksstoring the foodhow to prepare freeze dried foodsand common mistakes when freeze dryingYou'll even get to try a variety of foods that were freeze dried right here in Washington County! Please plan to wear a mask and help us follow proper protocols to keep everyone healthy. If you have any questions, please email Andrea at [email protected] or call the USU Extension - Washington County office at 435-634-5706.