Freeze Drying Basics

New to home freeze drying? Start here. These guides explain how a home freeze dryer works, which foods are easiest for your first batches, and how to tell when food is truly dry.

You will also find the storage side of freeze drying: Mylar bags, oxygen absorbers, shelf life and rehydrating. Getting those right is what turns a tray of crunchy food into something that lasts for years.