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Why Your Food Preservation Isn't Working (And How to Fix It Safely) | Episode 506
If you've ever had a jar not seal, a ferment go questionable, or food spoil before you could use it, this episode is for you.
Food preservation can feel overwhelming, especially with so much conflicting advice out there. In this episode, I'm walking you through the most common mistakes I see with canning, fermenting, dehydrating, and food storage and how to fix them so you can preserve food safely and confidently.
We'll talk about:
The truth about botulism and food safety
Why tested recipes matter
What causes jars to not seal or lose their seal
How to tell the difference between mold and kahm…
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