The consumption of processed meats is a reason why colorectal cancer is the second-leading type of cancer in Europe. “Processed meat consumption, including meats with preservative salts such as sodium ...

In a world of freezers, coolers, and constant access to electricity, the Amish have managed to maintain their traditional way of preserving meat without modern refrigeration. Their techniques, honed ...

Canning can be a fun and economical way to make fresh foods available year-round! The two safe methods of canning food at home are boiling water bath canning and pressure canning. Whether a food is ...

Canning is back in vogue. Even before the COVID-19 pandemic, canning and other forms of at-home food preservation were returning to kitchens around the country as a culinary tradition. As the pandemic ...

It’s time for me to put up my harvest! How should I choose which preservation method is suitable for each food? For some foods, canning isn’t safe. In those cases, you’ll need to freeze, dehydrate, or ...

In the 1800s, expanding empires and seafaring explorations required reliablely preserved food. A candy maker was awarded 12,000 francs for his method of heating and sealing food in glass jars. The ...

Gardens grow flush in Oregon’s warmer harvest months; meanwhile, preserved food can be enjoyed anytime. Volunteers in an Oregon State University program offer helpful tips for those looking to ...

Knowing how to preserve food without a fridge can save you money and reduce waste. Keeping food fresh without a freezer may sound impossible, but people have been doing it for centuries. Before ...