Comments on: Contact Me

By: Terrie

Terrie — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:10:25 +0000

A generator is a great storage appliance(diesel or gasoline) to be able to reseal food jars or run a cooling appliance like freezer or refrigerator for short term usage depending on how much fuel you can store. Otherwise dig that root cellar!

By: Kim

Kim — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 06:12:45 +0000

I think this is a great point to address. We always discuss how to cook foods without electricity, but we rarely talk about storing cold foods without electricity. I will have to research to advise on different techniques beyond keeping the freezer door closed as much as possible, and using camp coolers! I know there are instructions online for building root cellars…

By: ann coffin

ann coffin — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 02:00:21 +0000

I love all your ideas especially for the Food Saver (which I have and love), but here’s a serious question no one seems to discuss. If there is a disaster and we have no electricity for an extended time, how do you keep the food that is opened. Can you recommend a site that would address this type of thing?
Thanks!

By: Nancy

Nancy — Fri, 23 Oct 2009 00:46:29 +0000

Kim,
I canned green beans and used a hot, boiling water bath for 10 minutes. Then found out they should have been in a pressure cooker. Should I throw them out or are they safe to eat?

By: Kim

Kim — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 03:32:55 +0000

Thanks, Kathy! I’m really excited to be working with AP permanently.

By: Kathy Gist

Kathy Gist — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 23:41:11 +0000

Congratulations on your new employment with AP. I am looking forward to all your weekly tips!!

Kathy

By: Kim

Kim — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 02:41:11 +0000

I’m not familiar with the JarVac, but I recommend buying the FoodSaver and the Jar Attachments (you can see them in my box of product recommendations on the right). With the FoodSaver you aren’t just limited to storing in jars. You can also seal pouches which is handy for repackaging bulk meats, etc.

By: Sandra Thomas

Sandra Thomas — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 10:31:56 +0000

Where can I purchase the Deni-1200-JarVac?

By: Kim

Kim — Mon, 10 Aug 2009 21:10:07 +0000

I’m sorry to say you probably need to replace those egg whites. I believe they typically last for 12 months on your shelf after opening. Next time you open a new can, vacuum seal the unused portion in a big glass jar. Put the egg powder in a plastic bag inside the jar first so no powder is sucked into your sealer. This will reseal your eggs and extend the life.

By: Shelley

Shelley — Sun, 09 Aug 2009 15:53:09 +0000

How long do powdered egg whites opened last? Mine are at least
2 years old. I ordered them from Alison’s pantry. I guess It was
to big of a can to use up.