Ways to Store Cheese Long Term

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2 жыл бұрын

PLEASE NOTE: Since shooting the above video I have successfully waxed cheese and have a video on that here: • How to Wax Cheese for ...
I have also dehydrated and powdered cheese as shown here: • Homemade Cheese Powder...
And here is a more recent update on the waxed cheese and homemade cheese powder: • Dehydrated Cheese and ...
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@RainCountryHomestead 2 жыл бұрын

PLEASE NOTE: Since shooting the above video I have successfully waxed cheese and have a video on that here: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/Z7Fjm7yQtpPJmWg.html I have also dehydrated and powdered cheese as shown here: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/eNykq7hmnd7Unok.html And here is a more recent update on the waxed cheese and homemade cheese powder: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/qKt5h7Skla3JeGw.html

@fullofhope2222 2 жыл бұрын

Im confused - you say NO to a freeze dryer but the cheese in your jars are freeze dried?

@RainCountryHomestead 2 жыл бұрын

@@fullofhope2222 I do not have a freeze dryer nor do I want one but yes, I have bought freeze dried cheese long before I knew about home freeze dryers though likely never will again now that I have figured out I can dehydrate it. Nothing to be confused about, just a matter of learning and growing and deciding what is best for me

@fullofhope2222 2 жыл бұрын

@@RainCountryHomestead excellent - there are so many dehydrators its hard to know what is best

@micwell2247 Жыл бұрын

Yes as soon as I find a good vender for natural made cheeses, I will be doing the same...Thx

@meCrystalp 10 ай бұрын

but there is no items in your Etsy store... and I was interested in that chamber.... But how much are they?

@erikschiegg68 2 жыл бұрын

If you want to store and maturate cheese, buy entire, uncut cheese, with intact skin. Then you have to turn the cheese if possible daily and wet the skin with salted water. The cheese is placed on untreated wood with spacings, so the "lake", the salt water can drop off and the cheese does not lay in the liquid. The room has to be like mentioned quite cool and dark. Greetings from Switzerland

@ladyela9283 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing this; how nice ❣️ Greetings and tons of love from the US💕

@dianeparker5993 2 жыл бұрын

Great advice..

@LoveMusic-pd5iz 2 жыл бұрын

In the late 70's I worked in a store that had a cheese case. We took the cheeses out every night, cleaned the case and wiped down the cheeses. We used vinegar water. We were told this practice was to prevent mold. Then we wrapped them back in cheese cloth and 'put them to bed'. Is salted water used when the cheese is curing? That would be my guess.

@russelltheone6969 2 жыл бұрын

I work in the cheese industry so I get loads of it cheap. Smoking and waxing are great.

@susanclark8578 2 жыл бұрын

I ❤🧀! I wish I worked in cheese😍

@susanclark8578 2 жыл бұрын

The lucky few get to do what they love

@mytinyketolife6797 2 жыл бұрын

Can you wax any type cheese? I read only hard cheeses. I’d like to wax swiss

@russelltheone6969 2 жыл бұрын

@@mytinyketolife6797 I only do hard.

@metrosteadingmomma7582 2 жыл бұрын

Tips for waxing? My attempt at the cheese wax (not paraffin, legit cheese wax) on store bought cheddar cracked & leaked oil & I don’t know what. Mold grew. I had even dried at least 24 hours on counter & dipped in white vinegar, let dry on racks before waxing. It’s as if my basement isn’t even cold enough. I rotated/flipped cheese to make sure air got all around etc. I’m curious if maybe I didn’t dry blocks long enough? 🤷‍♀️ help!

@happyclam4747 2 ай бұрын

" Azure Standard " I used to work for them, I also delivered for them for a short while! I live just a short 15 mins from the Moro warehouse! As a matter of fact, I was just texting a family member of the owner about how to store fresh made goat cheese 🧀 ( recently started buying fresh goats milk from her again ) I will be making goat cheese for the 1st time ever and wanting to perseve it. You're the 1st video that popped up and stood out to me when I was looking on KZfaq for ways to preserve cheese after being made. Small world 🌎

@sherlynpatterson4304 2 жыл бұрын

For people on a tight budget like me two frugal ways I store cheese is by having a couple jars of an Alfredo sauce and a couple cheese pouches from either a Mac and cheese box or scalloped potatoes box mix. The Alfredo sauce has everything you need in it for making a creamy soup base, quiches, frittatas, cream sauces, mashed potatoes and instant potatoes. Each 24 ounce jar can be enough for up to about four recipes. You can add a desired amount of fresh cheddar cheese, or the powdered cheddar cheese or other desired seasonings. The glass jars especially the ones from the brand Classico are good for reusing for other pantry things. Hope this frugal tip is helpful for those who have to save up to buy the freeze dried cheeses.

@RainCountryHomestead 2 жыл бұрын

And even better way to save on alfredo sauce is to simply make your own. Really all you need is some dried parmesan, flour, milk, and seasonings. I always make my own and even have a recipe for a vegan version: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/arp6gJt13reWloU.html

@sherlynpatterson4304 2 жыл бұрын

@@RainCountryHomestead Thank you. Your channel is one of the first places I check when trying something new and enjoy all your details. I'm new to canning, dehydrating, etc.

@dominiquealexandria5343 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I'm looking for wisdom like this in these days that we're in. Great advice!

@KittyMama61 2 жыл бұрын

You can also get the #10 cans of cheese and nacho cheese at Sam's Club

@ajalicea1091 Жыл бұрын

@@KittyMama61 how would you reprocess the cheese in smaller containers? #10 is a lot cheese to use right away.

@lindafisher6171 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this video! The one way I keep my jars in the dark is to cut the tops off my old socks and slide over the jars.

@markhedger6378 2 жыл бұрын

Adds to the flavour no doubt!

@u.s.militia7682 6 ай бұрын

I home freeze dried some mozzarella sticks in 2019 and then put them in Mylar bags. I opened them this Spring, 2023, to try them. They were great dry or reconstituted with hot water. I rolled up the rest of the bag and just went to try one today, Thanksgiving 2023, and they’re fine. The oil in them isn’t rancid at all and I’ve had them stored above our kitchen stove since 2019.

@shervin6711 2 жыл бұрын

I remember when visiting Germany in the eighties...my first open market, outside huge platters of cheese... no refrigerator. So fresh... AMAZING!

@rustyrussell3211 Жыл бұрын

Oh yes, I loved the open cheese market in Holland!!!!!!

@ajalicea1091 Жыл бұрын

I too loved the open markets there in Germany, France, and Spain. It is a real eye-opener to see how things have been done for a very long time in these open-air markets. Americans are so spoiled with their huge refrigerators and freezers. They would go bonkers with a refrigerator that is only like 5' 4" tall and maybe 3 ft wide. It would definitely be a learning experience to make that type of conversion.

@rustyrussell3211 Жыл бұрын

@@ajalicea1091 , I've lived both ways, large fridge or tiny, either is fine.

@MrSharonrochelle 2 жыл бұрын

I love my vacuum chamber and use it all the time. It’s a brilliant kitchen tool. I waxed eight pounds of cheese last year after watching a video the Alaskan Pepper did. It sits on a shelf in my pie safe and makes me smile to see it. It was a fun activity.

@nightowl2481 2 жыл бұрын

I had no idea this could be done! Very excited to look up more info

@janarinehart6888 2 жыл бұрын

@@nightowl2481 I am old enough to remember when that is how our cheese came... waxed up completely.

@cbass2755 2 жыл бұрын

@@janarinehart6888 Me too! I totally forgot until I saw a video on it. Yes, it came waxed. We just cut what we needed, and put it in the rest in the fridge.

@janarinehart6888 2 жыл бұрын

@@cbass2755 ThankYou So Much!

@patriciasullivan8632 2 жыл бұрын

@@nightowl2481 2

@josephdonais3436 2 жыл бұрын

Cheese is a forever product if maintained properly, that is if you consider 300+ years far enough into forever.

@margaretbass773 2 жыл бұрын

Loving using all your good ideas! I so appreciate the brake bleeder and your vacuum canister! Thanks so very much!

@itsokaytobeclownpilled5937 2 жыл бұрын

We need more forthright people in the world. Thank you for another wonderful, well thought out, informative video.

@LoveMusic-pd5iz 2 жыл бұрын

"Botulism Nazis..." made me laugh! Long ago I took a class called Master Food Preservers. That was in the 70's! I was just getting started with food preservation and was kinda scared to do something wrong. Back then, the classes were run by the local Agricultural Extension (don't know if they still are) and boy did they do all they could to scare the pants off us, hoping the end result would be No Questions about their techniques. Throughout the years I noticed that food preservation books were increasing recommended canning times...then came the internet and I could watch folks like Rain Tree from around the U.S. and all over Europe who had different ideas. I began to think for myself - a nearly lost art. My conclusion is gather information, then distill it with your own brain and experience and come up with your own best practices. Thank you Rain Tree for all the work you do to present so much great information.

@RainCountryHomestead 2 жыл бұрын

I have also noticed and increase in scare tactics on just about everything now. Some people are afraid to vacuum seal crackers in jars because of...what...o yes, botulism! Even though botulism cannot thrive in a dry environment like that. haha

@elizabethhicks9844 2 жыл бұрын

I love your channel...you pack so much knowledge in such a way anyone can understand...

@laurenbrady1976 2 жыл бұрын

I am watching video now! Really interested in learning how to can cheese. My husband doesn’t care for cheese but I do, and like to have some on hand for cooking!

@trulylyn2325 2 жыл бұрын

My husband made me a stand for my brake bleeder pump vacuum sealer. I love it. You are amazing!

@abbyroberts4424 2 жыл бұрын

I didn't know about the cheese for long term storage. Will need to order this. Love you're videos they are so helpful.

@maryamabdulrehman8059 3 ай бұрын

Hi Heidi, your old videos are great!❤ God Bless you

@darlingusa2pettee57 2 жыл бұрын

It is a wonderful service that you do, Rain and family. Many thanks.

@willowsverge3046 2 жыл бұрын

For my clear containers w/freeze dried foods, i just wrapped the container with heavy duty aluminum foil to keep the light out. Thanks for the info on cheese waxing! Id forgotten about that completely. I remember as a girl (70’s) going to the store and seeing the cream cheese in a small bin in the aisle. It wasnt refrigerated at all. Just in this wooden box with legs. At home our cream cheese stayed on the counter beside the butter so they were soft when you needed them.

@NANASplash 2 жыл бұрын

You can also use old socks as covers for your jars. Just cut off the foot part and use the leg part.

@noracharles80 2 жыл бұрын

@@NANASplash Great idea! Perhaps one with a missing mate. At least you know where to find it if it ever reappears.

@northernwarrior7177 2 жыл бұрын

I’ve been prepping in the U.K. since 2017, I feel I have so much to learn and your channel and the resources are brilliant! I’m learning so much knowledge 🙏 God bless x

@gotelemwillyboyshere 2 жыл бұрын

Me too since 2012 , i'm near Wigan where are you ?

@debbiecurtis4021 2 жыл бұрын

I'm in Birmingham UK and prepping since 2016

@gotelemwillyboyshere 2 жыл бұрын

@@debbiecurtis4021 Make sure you are topped up , i think we are in for some major problems this winter.

@serela1963 2 жыл бұрын

Me too!

@teresaspensley5640 2 жыл бұрын

Recently started here in Bury.Loving these videos so much 👍🏻👏

@jtharp9265 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you , just found your channel - I freeze butter for years ! Im 56 but was not sure about cheese , sour cream , Greek yougurt etc .... God bless you Mrs Josette Tharp Montgomery County , Texas 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

@cbak1819 Жыл бұрын

I bought the break leader you suggested and it's great!!! Thank you so much. I use it as you did .. easy.. the only time it didn't seal is when the lid was faulty. Thanks for all the tips! ❤

@wandaparker3681 Ай бұрын

See... This is why I am so glad i found your channel. Thank you 🙇‍♀️

@richardmoorer2668 2 жыл бұрын

I bought a NESCO VS-12 vacuum sealer , rated really good , very easy to use with the bag cutter, lock handle.. has variety of settings

@brendabear1379 2 жыл бұрын

I'm a first-time viewer. Great information. Thank you with many blessings.

@AtHomeWithSheree 2 жыл бұрын

I love Hossier Hill Farm! I have some freeze dried cheese and I keep Some in the freezer. Didn’t know you could can it. Thanks for sharing the tip on putting something on top before vacuum sealing. I might get a big bag and portion and seal.

@susanlozano428 2 жыл бұрын

Their powdered cheddar cheese is awesome. As good as Krafts powdered cheese.

@goatmilksoap2001 2 жыл бұрын

Cannot come close to expressing how much I love ya, gal! Always know your taking the time/effort to share your knowledge is a priceless gift to so many... myself included. "Thank you" doesn't begin to cover it.

@jacattax 2 жыл бұрын

I'm in alaska. Think i could fill a cooler box of cheese and keep it outside? Our house gets warm as we use fire to heat but outside should be lower than 20 degrees for the next 8 months...

@kennethjohnson7973 2 жыл бұрын

So much great information from a super nice lady I didn't know about vacuum seal bottles now I make my own vacuum chamber cuz I see the parts pvc pipe a plug on one end removable top with seal and a fitting for vacuum pump so thank you so much

@AndyJablonski 2 жыл бұрын

Great product! Works so well the vacuum sealing compartment

@kememerzian818 2 жыл бұрын

Kaztcradle canned both cheddar and cream cheese in a video years ago. I just rewatched it. Full of great info and she takes every safety precaution possible.

@cgiandalia1 2 жыл бұрын

Which video was it? I am wanting to try this especially with cream cheese and do you know what the shelf life of it is? Thank you

@kememerzian818 2 жыл бұрын

@@cgiandalia1 This is her video - kzfaq.info/get/bejne/frefZZyoqMi3aIE.html

@vickiebonano2092 2 жыл бұрын

So glad I found your channel. You are so full of good information.

@margaritacastaneda287 2 жыл бұрын

Hello Heidi and Mr. Rain, hope all is well with you both and happy to see the store is doing well.

@maryweather8556 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the tip with the brake bleeder! I have Rhuematoid Arthritis, so I've been hesitant to try using a brake bleeder, but it would definitely be useful if the power was out!

@mmr9310 2 жыл бұрын

I had a major wrist surgery for decades ago, so have a weak wrist. Although, because of this site I bought a brake bleeder and used for a few jars. I liked it because it is quiet compared to FoodSaver but my wrist was not happy at all. I would not recommend a bleeder to you.

@trulylynn9941 Жыл бұрын

I live in N. Florida and I don't have a freeze dryer because of the cost! I love using my Excalibur dehydrator as It does a great job. Your videos have been so helpful with storing. I also have a brake bleeder and it works great! Thank you my sister.

@RainCountryHomestead Жыл бұрын

O yes, I have since been dehydrating cheese and am very happy with it: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/qKt5h7Skla3JeGw.html

@arizonajo2791 2 жыл бұрын

In the Netherlands and Italy, they have huge wheels that aren’t refrigerated .

@susanolson4486 2 жыл бұрын

I was just wondering about this, the other day. Thanks for reading my mind, Heidi! 😉😂 As always, great video!!

@ruthcowden1386 2 жыл бұрын

Very useful information. Cheese is an important ingredient in so many meals. Thanks!

@bradleycollin644 10 ай бұрын

First video I believe I've seen by you, I'm now subscribed and plan to binge watch your videos from time to time, quick glance at your channel and I can tell this is very similar content to what Im working on a blog for 😊

@RainCountryHomestead 10 ай бұрын

You may also like this one I did later on now that I have started dehydrating cheese: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/jdKKjax9saisoHk.html

@aja3004 2 жыл бұрын

Wow! I haven't had luck with freezing cheese before, but thank you for the help!

@2rcalkins 2 жыл бұрын

You are so wonderful as always. I have learned so much from your videos.

@str84rumliltj 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing your knowledge on foods! You were meant for this very time.

@PC-mz5su 2 жыл бұрын

Hi, love the verse God is good all the time, great video very informative!! God bless!

@takishasage-freebeautyzone 2 жыл бұрын

I bought a couple of the Hoosier Hill milk products on your recommendation. I'm happy with them.

@CraftTeaLady 2 жыл бұрын

Girl... THANK YOU for sharing smarts and common sense!!!!!!!!!!

@LorrayneHam 2 жыл бұрын

Ok, that was brilliant..! I found I could not hand pump, too hard… now I need to try your method. Thank you

@elizabethcope1502 2 жыл бұрын

Kaztcradle, prebain, and Homestead Corner have videos on canning cheese. Alaskan Pepper has video on waxing cheese. Hope this helps Heidi. God bless. I forgot but I believe Homestead Corner also dehydrates cheese. She is more current than the other two.

@RainCountryHomestead 2 жыл бұрын

I miss Kazt, she stopped doing videos years ago and I loved her channel. At least her stuff is still out there. I forgot she was one of the ones I had seen that had a waxing cheese video

@trishthehomesteader9873 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for that! 🙂 I saw Alaska Prepper wax cheese but I'd really rather use beeswax, if possible.

@RainCountryHomestead 2 жыл бұрын

@@trishthehomesteader9873 I remember thinking the same on the beeswax, more food safe and natural

@trishthehomesteader9873 2 жыл бұрын

@@RainCountryHomestead The last beeswax I got was from the apiary. I'm just wondering if the cheese would smell or taste like honey. Is that a bad thing?😁

@RainCountryHomestead 2 жыл бұрын

@@trishthehomesteader9873 Does not sound like a bad thing to me!

@JEANN1962 2 жыл бұрын

thanks a lot for your videos I am learning a lot just yesterday I was looking for freeze dried dairy products on amazon and I saw some comments about expirations date But I m going to risk it I got from you the vac chamber I use it with my vacuum sealer it works good but I m planning to buy the brake bleeder pump in case not electricity and also it looks simpler Thanks again !!God be with you !

@RainCountryHomestead 2 жыл бұрын

I never concern myself with expiration dates, they pretty much mean nothing. It is more about getting the product sold by that time OR a best used by date, which still means nothing really

@fourdayhomestead2839 2 жыл бұрын

Great topic. I canned cheese as katzcradl did. I continue to do so. It's wonderful.

@JustanotherMainer 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Heidi! Been waiting for a video like this!

@suemagyari2992 2 жыл бұрын

The vacuum tubes you sell are the best!

@realtalkwithrebecca8526 2 жыл бұрын

I didn't have a traditional family unit while growing up so everything I know I learned on my own. God blessed me with knowledge and strength and I am so grateful... that being said I am so very new to food preservation! It has been a fun road to travel! My kids are enjoying the process as well! I just canned beef stew last week and have been dehydrating eggs, meat and fruit and vegetables! I feel like everything I "knew" about food is so wrong! I mean we can preserve and store cheese!!?? 😲🤗 Thank you so much for this video! I am definitely subscribing and cannot wait to watch more! God bless! ❤

@RainCountryHomestead 2 жыл бұрын

If you have not seen it yet, I have since tried dehydrating my own cheese and am happy with it and in fact just did another big batch and fill a quart jar clear to the top: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/eNykq7hmnd7Unok.html

@realtalkwithrebecca8526 2 жыл бұрын

@@RainCountryHomestead awe yay! I haven't seen it yet! Thank you so much! I will watch as soon as the littles are down for a nap today. ❤

@amandaguidry4242 2 жыл бұрын

This was an extremely helpful video! Thank you!

@m.wheeler2976 11 ай бұрын

Rumiano Cheese factory started its business in my home town of Crescent City, California. I grew up on Rumiano Cheese and still go there when I visit the area and buy their Cheese Curds. We call it squeeky cheese and its the best tasting cheese.

@jazzyfrank1 2 жыл бұрын

I so love how you always start with God is good all the time. 🙌🏽🥰

@joyevefarmandforge Жыл бұрын

I canned butter and cheese last year just to see if I could and I am so glad I did!

@user-ow2yr4nu4z Ай бұрын

I grew up extremly poor and use to dumpster dive grocery stores. A store dumped about 60lbs of waxed cheddar, it was still pretty cold when i got it. It had expired but it had not been that long. Ate that stuff for MONTHS and as time went on it got funkier and tastier.

@willowwils7499 2 жыл бұрын

Gday lovely lady Im Paula from Melbourne Australia i came across your channel looking for how to store cheese long term thank-you so much I’ve been making my own cheese for about 6 month’s now I vacuum seal the cheese after air drying but was wondering how to further store them once opened very informative thanks heaps

@RainCountryHomestead 2 жыл бұрын

Here is my video on dehydrating cheese: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/eNykq7hmnd7Unok.html and one on waxing cheese: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/Z7Fjm7yQtpPJmWg.html and an OLD one on making cheese that may give you some new ideas for yourself: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/idaAnseF3p3adZ8.html

@angelahamon6730 2 жыл бұрын

New subscriber. thank you for the content and ergonomic, wrist-saving tips! Might work on other things, too!

@blessedbloominghomestead9134 2 жыл бұрын

I didn't even know you could buy freeze dried cheese! 😲 Something else for me to check out- thank you! (Our house runs about 70 in winter to 80 in summer, and the water table is too high for a root cellar.) Thanks again Heidi! Shalom & many Blessings!

@DonnaDeen13 2 жыл бұрын

@@nancylucas4231 please tell me more. I live in Florida, and am trying to figure out how I can store food for long term survival needs. I live in a tiny house. So I need a lot of storage space suitable. TIA

@jamesbegley2700 2 жыл бұрын

@@nancylucas4231 m

@saltycat662 Жыл бұрын

@@DonnaDeen13 I have the same problem but I live in NY. My husband and I are going to move objects on top and keep the food at the bottom of obscure places. You can store them in container bins under your bed or use the bottoms of your closets. Even store them under bureaus and dressers if you can. As long as it's a cool, dark area, your long term food will last. I'm even beginning to use my decorative shelving as storage space. I don't care if my house will end up looking like a supermarket, survival is more important right now.

@DonnaDeen13 Жыл бұрын

@@saltycat662 I’m already doing all of that. Everything you just mentioned. Those places are full. And it’s not enough food for any kind of long term needs.

@Laho795 Жыл бұрын

Unfortunately home freeze driers cannot freeze dry cheese, butter or cream chocolate honey anything too sugary or high in fat. It won’t work. I have one. You have to just buy it industrially done.

@pattylcravatta Жыл бұрын

Good Morning, Darcy! Your videos are really great! I’ve Hamburger, Italian Sausage and Chicken using your videos to dehydrate! Thank-you so much for Teaching! ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

@RainCountryHomestead Жыл бұрын

Hi Patty and thank you, by the way, my name is Heidi :)

@pattylcravatta Жыл бұрын

Thank-you, Heidi! I live in Senior Living which means little refrigerator/freezer so dehydration is perfect! I’m a country girl, but living in a town! Raised on a Horse Ranch! We had a two acre garden and Orchard! My Mother and I would go into woods for nuts and berries!

@trishthehomesteader9873 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Heidi! 🙂 Blessings! 💜

@janpenland3686 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Heidi. I had wondered about the Judee's products. I like the idea of less salt so I hope to order some soon. Much Love

@leopardwoman38 2 жыл бұрын

I have used several of Judee’s products and love them. I bought a small package of each kind of cheese and milk products they sell. So far I have tried the ricotta, buttermilk, cheddar, and whole milk. I also use Hoosier Farms products, too. Both company’s products are great!

@janpenland3686 2 жыл бұрын

@@leopardwoman38 Thank You so very much. I will definitely have to try both brands. Much Love

@leopardwoman38 2 жыл бұрын

@@janpenland3686 💕💕💕. All the best!

@heysuz701 2 жыл бұрын

I also want to learn to make cheese. Thank you for the great info on preserving it an other options.

@RainCountryHomestead 2 жыл бұрын

I do have a couple cheese making videos. Just basic farmer's cheese with some fun additions for flavor: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/idaAnseF3p3adZ8.html and vegan cheese: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/grGAja19zeDeZY0.html

@adambowman8543 2 жыл бұрын

I often by big bricks of cheese and slice them with my slicer then vacuum pack it and put it in the freezer

@JIM-fj2dy 2 жыл бұрын

Great channel and priceless information. Thank you and God Bless

@tradcathpat6807 2 жыл бұрын

Another really great and easy way to vacuum seal is with a "Pump n Seal". They've just been made available again!

@TheKentuckylady717 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, I was wondering about cheese, I usually shred mine and put in mason jar and freeze and it keeps great, never had any to go to waste....Thanks for talking about powdered milk too, I always have milk that I have to pitch.....I don't like to keep it past date on the container and would like to try a powdered milk for when I run out of liquid milk, have tried several and it's not fit to drink....so which brand do you prefer as the best of all you have tried ?..... I do buy powdered buttermilk too, but hard to find in grocery stores.....and I've never shopped at Thrive either, I agree I went in to sign up and even told them I wanted to see list of product they have and of course we want to know how much they cost.....all other places give out prices.... I don't alway like giving my card info online.....so I cancel it and left msg . still haven't heard back from them.... And I know totally nothing about the other one you mentioned either..... don't see them advertised that much....

@FoodForestPermaculture 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you kindly for sharing . Peace

@debbralehrman5957 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing this information.

@davidotness6199 2 жыл бұрын

Good stuff. You might mention however, you can forget about slicing thin cheese portions once you freeze it. It will crumble. For that reason when I used to buy most of a years groceries for crab fishing in the Bering Sea I would pre-slice a bunch of it & then vacuum-pack the slices with waxed paper in between them so they would separate and maintain their structural integrity long enough to get them in a sandwich.

@RainCountryHomestead 2 жыл бұрын

Yes, I had not thought to mention that in this particular video though I have in others

@2bbossfree 10 ай бұрын

If you freeze the slices first, then take it out and vacuum seal it. That way they don't smash together when vacuum sealed. Not as good as paper between, but cheaper. Using a sharp knife is helpful

@StockingMyPantry 2 жыл бұрын

I look forward to your video on why you're not buying a freeze dryer. My reasons are I don't have the room for one, plus the cost is prohibitive. Plus dehydrated food takes less space.

@RainCountryHomestead 2 жыл бұрын

Those are a couple of the reasons why right there. I do buy some freeze dried foods but not as much as some people think I do. I have sampled quite a bit though to see what I like and do not like, some I love, some I hate.

@deerpark39 2 жыл бұрын

Same. Can't afford one!

@StockingMyPantry 2 жыл бұрын

@@deerpark39 I think that describes a lot of us!

@homesteadgamer1257 Жыл бұрын

We love the Little House books in my home, and the first one talks about how Laura's Ma would oil the entire cheese wheels with butter, and I believe butter oil the cloth that she wrapped the cheese in. She would take it down every week for a few months and trim of any mold (if it started; don't forget Bleu Cheese has mold on purpose and ppl love it), then wrap it back up and re-oil it with butter and put back up on the shelf. And Laura and her sister Mary would eat the moldy pieces and never get sick.

@kerryshultz9766 Жыл бұрын

I read if you drink star anise at least 6 stars every day mosquitoes won't come near you. I just enjoyed an infusion of star anise and dried hibiscus flower. I buy them from a wholefoods store. Thanks for your herbal remedies. Looking forward to making this one.

@danselman4099 Жыл бұрын

Well thought out as usual, really appreciate your experiences and sharing. Question.Of course you discuss vacuum sealing with your chamber and brake bleeder on many videos and I like the idea of vacuum sealing in your saved store food jars. I’m curious about one thing. My parents use to can some as I grew up and we’d always toss the ball lids as the seals would not hold after one hot water bath. This is mentioned many places as well. It would seem that the store food jars would suffer a similar fate with the heat applied during the manufacturing process. I know you’ve been doing this for years, and experience is generally the best teacher. Have you experienced any failures reusing these jars? Is there a food grade sealer you could apply to the inside of the old lid before reusing? Thank you

@maryhumphrey1470 2 жыл бұрын

I agree with you in all you say. Now the problem with alot of product with freezedried food in the can is that I will end up with a bunch of #10 cans. I have a use for them, but a bunch of them I do not need. I am very interested in your change vac. I am planning to get one. to get on

@lynettetucker544 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Hide thanks again for sharing your videos great information 🙂 thanks.

@brightstarr57 2 жыл бұрын

Great video! I just ordered Judee's butter powder...due to one of your videos re butter powder.

@RainCountryHomestead 2 жыл бұрын

While I have not tried Judee's butter powder yet, they are one of my favorites for the dairy powders and I actually prefer how they packages their goods better than Hoosier Hill Farm so I am getting more Judee's products now than Hoosier Hill including the cream cheese, sour cream, and more

@nadurkee46 2 жыл бұрын

Great information. Thank you for the instruction.

@estellesmith6418 2 жыл бұрын

Last week I grated extra mature cheddar and left it in an large open lunchbox in the freezer. I will leave it there and just toss it once a week. I don't have a freeze dryer so I'll try and see how this works. I mean...usually when the kids don't wrap the cheese properly it dries out in the fridge. I've made my own "parmesan" cheese this way...just dry extra mature cheddar in an open container in the fridge. It works well so this time I'm experimenting with the freezer. I hope it works.🤦🤣

@living4mylord 2 жыл бұрын

It doesn't behave the same as freeze dried but I also dehydrate my cheese. Shred and dehydrate and store.

@tallcedars2310 2 жыл бұрын

We are off grid and I would like to try freeze drying. This sounds like a great way I can do that, thank you!

@deerpark39 2 жыл бұрын

Most people can't afford a freeze dryer.

@rebeccawoosley8241 2 жыл бұрын

@@living4mylord can you provide on dehydrating cheese please?

@myraallen8605 Жыл бұрын

@@deerpark39 yeah thing cost 2000

@livewithinyourmeans Жыл бұрын

Thank you Heidi.

@quinntheeskimooutdoors6234 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for showing us, take care.

@sonnyjones52 2 жыл бұрын

Sonny J. Two things about freezing cheese, after thawing it's not sliceable and pre-sliced the slices will crumble. Cream cheese will curdle and separate. it can be whipped to get it to a usable.

@RainCountryHomestead 2 жыл бұрын

Yes, though certain types of cheese or brands do actually stay sliceable, jut not all. I have frozen cream cheese many times with success and little to know separation. In the video that published this morning, I talk more about freezing and then dehydrating cheese: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/eNykq7hmnd7Unok.html

@ceepea1 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! You were reading my mind!

@mrssamiporter7070 2 жыл бұрын

YHWH is Good "alllll" the time!!🙋🏾‍♀️One of my family's favorite sayings... usually said as call& response. Just found you and subscribed!! Blessings

@SCROOGE96 Жыл бұрын

Thank you. Very nice video!

@testicularoxide5055 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome info! Thank you for sharing with us...👍

@maritzaromero-kathalynas9493 2 жыл бұрын

sorry to hear about your bad experience with the food saver vacuum sealer. We have had ours for 16 years. Hope nothing happens to it nothing is built to last anymore. Learning a ton about preserving food

@RainCountryHomestead 2 жыл бұрын

Yes, I think some people who had the original models got the good ones that lasted. I am not sorry though as I have found better and healthier ways to put up food and no longer need to depend on their expensive bags

@tallcedars2310 2 жыл бұрын

Good video, I will try the shredding and sealing of freeze dried cheese. Have tried canned cheese and find it quite good, have to make more this fall. Question; Do you have a video on how to capture wild yeast? I think it's a important prepper knowledge. I have used wild yeast to make bread and wine that beats store bought yeast hands down. Thank you for the cheese storage methods and oh, I will order the red 10mm sealer when it's out again. Take care and God bless.

@RainCountryHomestead 2 жыл бұрын

I have created my own sour dough starters before and some day may do a video on it even though we are not big into sourdough but the fermentation starters I make are roughly the same idea and can also be sued for making bread and I have done it several times

@AndreasCreations 2 жыл бұрын

Another great video. Have you tried the other Nutristore cheese flavors from Costco? I looked them up as soon as you put it up on the screen :-)

@RainCountryHomestead 2 жыл бұрын

No, I have not. In fact I have not even opened a can of those, I only bought them to put up in our special long term storage area

@marlene-rr2ih 2 жыл бұрын

Good advice. Well said. Thank you.

@elizabethshaw734 2 жыл бұрын

I have blackout drapes in my pantry. Yes my pantry is that big and it has a closet along with a chest freezer and I just purchased a new upright freezer December 23rd and I live alone. Don't ask! :-)

@staceydailey6394 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! This was a wonderful video! I'm subscribing cause it's 2am and I want to binge watch! Lol. How does the freeze dried cheese react in food? Can you sprinkle it on top of a potato like I would shredded cheese? Is it crunchy? Can I rehydrate it to bake a pizza? I'm really curious! I have always wanted to prep but have put it off literally until the world is crashing..... Good grief! But Thank Jesus we have people like you teaching us laggards how to get our butts in gear so we will have something to eat once we can't go to Wal-Mart because we refused the Mark. Lol just kidding but maybe not... Nervous laugh. Thanks again!

@RainCountryHomestead 2 жыл бұрын

You can sprinkle it on and have it be crunchy or you can soak in water to soften it or simply add it to something that already has liquid of some sort like a sauce or directly to scrambled egs before cooking and alow it all to sit for a bit to soften the cheese. I does not quite melt the same way shredded fresh cheese does but is still very good

@staceydailey6394 2 жыл бұрын

@@RainCountryHomestead thank you so much for replying. I've got it saved in my list on Amazon. It was out last night but I'm definately going to add it! Thank you so much!

@melodyjogibson6791 2 жыл бұрын

I have been able to dehydrate cheddar cheese. A lot of blotting out the oil. Then powdered it. It has been in a jar for years and still good.

@RainCountryHomestead 2 жыл бұрын

Nice! I really need to finally try that too. I did recently do milk and eggs, and am so happy with how both turned out (I will still stock up on powdered milk though rather than make it) but I would love to make my own cheese powder!

@melodyjogibson6791 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you I did study you and RoseRed homestead and now have a nice supply of egg powder. I love when you show us how to use it.

@keeperofthehomestead9193 2 жыл бұрын

I've always wanted to learn to wax cheese. Once we get settled in our new home over next month, maybe I'll attempt it over the cold and snowy winter.

@RainCountryHomestead 2 жыл бұрын

It looks like a pretty simple process

@ca6echka Жыл бұрын

"Certain entities" - love it👍😂

@macierobinson5165 2 жыл бұрын

I love your videos, Your friend from Texas

@ponchovanillabean8074 2 жыл бұрын

I have watched MANY of your videos. Never before have I come across a KZfaqr with whom I agree so much with what is said and how things are done. Not 100%, but really close to that. If you weren't married (and I was twenty years younger)...!!! 😉