The Harvest Right Freeze Dryer

 

Long term food storage is one of the most important reasons why survivalists and preppers do what we do. Residential freeze drying is the answer to the question of how to store food long term. The Harvest Right Freeze Dryer brought freeze drying to the everyday person. No longer do preppers have to pay hundreds of dollars for freeze dried items, preppers can now freeze dry what we want.

I bought my freeze dryer in 2021 from Harvest Right. They offer free layaway. I was torn between getting the small or the medium size dryer. I decided on the medium. I was wrong in that choice as I soon realized how much I love Freeze Drying and wish I have purchased the larger model at the time.

Freeze Drying uses a pressurized chamber where the food is from to about negative 30 degrees and then after a while, the chamber is slowly warmed up to about 130 degree and 99.9 of all water in the food is removed. This process is called sublimation and it is what preserves the food for long term storage.

To fully utilize my Harvest Right freeze dryer, I have experimented with various types of food to see what works best. Most of the vegetables I Freeze Dry are from my Prepper Garden in the back yard. It is funny, I don't like strawberries or bananas when they are fresh, but after they are freeze dried, I enjoy biting in these foods, with that sensation crunching into a dry food and yet the flavor of the foods stays the same but for me it is enhanced as I do not have to deal with slimy bananas.

My favorite meat product to freeze dry are hamburgers. I grill them outside to about a medium and let the melted fat get off the meat. I have freeze dried hamburgers that about 1 inch thick.

I know that getting a freeze dryer is a big investment they are expensive. Yes, you can calculate over time how much money you would have spent on commercial freeze dried food and realize that at some time point you would start to save money. But buying prepacked Freeze Dried food is not as much fun as deciding what you are going to freeze dry, preparing the food and the freeze dry process. What you have left is what you wanted.

Some people will say that freeze drying is no better than using a conventional dehydrator. While both are important in prepping, the dehydrator can not compete to the drying that a Freeze Dryer can do.

This is because freeze drying preserves the structure and texture of the food, resulting in crispier and more flavorful foods compared to dehydrated ones. With a freeze dryer, you can also freeze dry larger quantities of food at once, making it more efficient for bulk food storage.

Apart from preserving food for long term storage, there are other benefits to owning a freeze dryer. One major advantage is being able to control the ingredients used in your freeze dried meals. This means you can avoid any potential allergens or additives found in store-bought freeze dried foods.

Another benefit is the ability to customize your meals according to personal preferences or dietary restrictions. For example, if you have a gluten intolerance, you can make sure all your meals are gluten-free when freeze drying them at home.

Additionally, freeze drying your own food allows you to have a diverse range of meals ready for any situation. Whether it's for camping trips, emergency situations or everyday use, having a stockpile of personalized freeze dried foods can give you peace of mind and save you time and money.

Furthermore, owning a freeze dryer also opens up possibilities for preserving other items besides food. You can preserve herbs, flowers or even important documents using this method. This versatility adds value to the investment of a freeze dryer. This summer the Suburban Prepper took lavender roots and leaves, and freeze dried it. The result was beautiful, dried lavender that retained its vibrant color and aroma.

In conclusion, a Harvest Right freeze dryer is a valuable tool for preserving food and other items. Not only does it provide longer shelf life for food, but it also allows for customization and versatility in meal planning. Whether you're looking to stock up on emergency food supplies or simply want to enjoy crispier and more flavorful meals, a freeze dryer is worth considering as an addition to your kitchen appliances. So why not start exploring the world of freeze drying and see how it can benefit you today? So keep experimenting with recipes and see what creative ways you can use your freeze dryer to enhance your culinary experience. Happy freeze drying! Keep learning