AZ2097A

March 28, 2025

Freeze drying has recently become a popular option for food preservation. Cooperative Extension Agents in Arizona and Idaho have compiled the following general freeze drying information to help home food preservers be successful. Through a series of four publications, we will introduce the basics of home freeze drying, preparing and storing freeze dried products for best use, maintenance and proper use of freeze dryers, and how to use your freeze dried products. The information that is being shared is based on personal use and tests of the machines and freeze dried products.

Authors: Margine Bawden, Amy Robertson, Cindy Pearson

3 pages