Freeze Dryer

[webchirp]

So I gave up on the Cnc in favor of a freeze dryer. I often don’t order products because I need so much. So I splurged to just do it myself. Any hints or tips from those of you that have one? It won’t be here for a couple of months though.

 

[Shezbug]

Omg I’m so excited for you! I’d love a freeze drier.

 

[Nikomania]

Congrats! Retired at 40 YT channel is a great one to get tons of information.

 

[webchirp]

It's here. My only problem for the humans is that I need to learn how to cook. Oiy. Dumb question...do you blanch all your veggies before freezing @Nikomania? I'm going to run a double batch of chop and blueberries. Apparently blueberries are good for a cavalier's eye gunk so I need to invest in many. Had to get rid of my kitchen table. I'm just too worried to have it out in the garage since my toy workshop is there now...dust from things. We ran the bread test and it's noise is about the same as a vacuum cleaner. A little annoying but not a deal breaker. Going to try the local farm market saturday and see what I can get into. Love that group and if you are in there and talked to me, I have no clue

 

[sunnysmom]

I'm jealous.

 

[webchirp]

I'm jealous.

Until I muck up a batch and then you'll be like

 

[Xoetix]

Until I muck up a batch and then you'll be like

That thing looks awesome! Where’d you find it?

 

[webchirp]

That thing looks awesome! Where’d you find it?

Harvest Right™ | Home Freeze Dryers | Freeze Dried Food Storage Home Freeze Dryers I purchased directly from harvest right. I bought the medium...the large requires an electrical difference.

 

[Shezbug]

Omg awesome!!

I’d love one of these for saving all the crap we grow on the garden so we have a year round supply.
They seem to be getting smaller and more affordable so I’ll keep dreaming for now lol

 

[webchirp]

Omg awesome!!

I’d love one of these for saving all the crap we grow on the garden so we have a year round supply.
They seem to be getting smaller and more affordable so I’ll keep dreaming for now lol

Could have kicked myself as someone was going out of business last month in my tiny town and had two large that I might have been able to get for a decent price darnit.

 

[Shezbug]

Could have kicked myself as someone was going out of business last month in my tiny town and had two large that I might have been able to get for a decent price darnit.

Bummer

 

[Nikomania]

Congrats on your new FD! I don't blanch any of my veggies as I'd like to retain as many of the food's nutrients as possible for my clients' feathered babies. If the veggies are for you, then you might want to consider a flash blanching of green beans. Just experiment, as everyone's tastes are different.

If you're sublimating blueberries, these must be either individually poked or cut in half. Otherwise you may encounter fruit that isn't completely freeze dried.

FYI: your shelving unit is upside down in this image. The orange surface is the heating element, and these must be positioned on top of each tray.

Please feel free to PM me with any questions. And, welcome to your new obsession!

 

[Shezbug]

Omg they are still over 8K here for a model like yours

The prices are dropping but just not fast enough lol.

 

[webchirp]

FYI: your shelving unit is upside down in this image. The orange surface is the heating element, and these must be positioned on top of each tray.

Oh my good gravy...thank you!!!

 

[Teckechick]

I can't wait to get ours. Here are some of the youtubers we watch.

https://www.youtube.com/c/HomesteadingFamily
https://www.youtube.com/c/LivingTraditionsHomestead
https://www.youtube.com/c/EpicenterBryan
https://www.youtube.com/c/Retiredat40


For anyone interested Harvest Right does have a layaway plan you could take advantage of. That is what we are doing it's a bit less of a wallet hit.
Layaway Options Available | Harvest Right™ | Home Freeze Dryers | Freeze Dried Food Storage

 

[webchirp]

Omg they are still over 8K here for a model like yours

The prices are dropping but just not fast enough lol.

Come visit and get a large suitecase?

I can't wait to get ours. Here are some of the youtubers we watch.

https://www.youtube.com/c/HomesteadingFamily
https://www.youtube.com/c/LivingTraditionsHomestead
https://www.youtube.com/c/EpicenterBryan
https://www.youtube.com/c/Retiredat40


For anyone interested Harvest Right does have a layaway plan you could take advantage of. That is what we are doing it's a bit less of a wallet hit.
Layaway Options Available | Harvest Right™ | Home Freeze Dryers | Freeze Dried Food Storage

That's awesome!!! And @Nikomania is correct about blanching...25% vitamin loss. Thanks again lady!

 

[webchirp]

First batch! And goodness, bought this food processor with a dicer and it saved me over two hours of chopping. So happy!

 

[webchirp]

Nine pints from four medium trays. I need to do a whole lot more…but it tastes good.

 

[April]

Nine pints from four medium trays. I need to do a whole lot more…but it tastes good.

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Wow! It looks absolutely glorious!

 

[Teckechick]

That looks great, Chandra!!!!