Although broccoli is a cool weather crop, I — like most people — enjoy it year-round. It’s delicious, nutritious, and perfectly complements pretty much any savory dish. While there are a variety of ways to preserve your broccoli harvest, I’ve found that dehydrating it is one of the best ways.
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As a homesteader, gardener, and lover of fresh veggies, I have found that dehydrating asparagus is a great way to preserve this delicious vegetable and enjoy the fresh spring flavors all year round. Not only does it extend the shelf life of fresh asparagus, but it also concentrates the natural sweetness and enhances its distinctive taste.
Read more →Knowing how to dehydrate scallions is the key to saving, storing, and enjoying these craveable vegetables all year round. There’s nothing quite like the sharp flavor of scallions to add just the right amount of bite to countless recipes, including soups, pastas, stir-fries, and potatoes, and that makes these comfortably spicy green onions a kitchen staple year-round.
Read more →Swiss chard, a green leafy vegetable packed with vitamins and nutrients, pairs well with almost any meal. Whether you grow your own in a backyard garden or buy it from your favorite farmer’s market or grocer, a readily available supply of Swiss chard benefits any kitchen due to its versatility and flavor.
Read more →Plump, juicy peas taste delicious year-round and add a dose of plant-based protein to almost any dish. If you’re committed to tiny living like I am, storing peas can present a bit of a problem.
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