The following publications cover topics related to Food Preservation. For a complete list of MU Extension publications, visit the main Publications page.
Conceptos básicos de enlatado seguro en el hogar
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Conserve de forma segura las frutas y verduras frescas, así como la carne, las aves, los mariscos, las sopas y las salsas, mediante el método de enlatado adecuado: agua hirviendo, vapor o presión. Aprenda los conceptos básicos en esta guía.
Preserve It Fresh, Preserve It Safe: 2023, No. 6 (November/December)
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Pumpkins galore! Pumpkin bread, muffins, soup, desserts and beverages are very popular in the fall and winter.
Preserve It Fresh, Preserve It Safe: 2023, No. 5 (September/October)
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Learn about why the acidity of vinegar matters in home-preserved foods and why kimchi has become a trendy fermented food.
How to Can Pickled Products
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Have cucumbers, will pickle. Select the best ingredients and containers. Get crisp pickles. Process for the correct amount of time in a boiling-water or steam canner. Can sauerkraut or pickle various vegetables. Learn how in this University of Missouri Ex
Preserve It Fresh, Preserve It Safe: 2023, No. 4 (July/August)
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Learn about the possibility of using a ceramic cooktop when canning and how to make mango chutney.
How to Can Fresh Vegetables
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Learn to safely can fresh vegetables in this research-based guide covering asparagus, beans, beets, carrots, corn, okra, peas, peppers, potatoes, pumpkins and spinach. Recommended pressure canner process times are provided.
How to Freeze Fruits
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How to Dehydrate Foods
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Dehydrated foods are a sensible way for busy families to make healthy, portable snacks or store seasonal produce for use. You need to carefully follow directions for preparing and pretreating produce to maintain quality.