Fresh food that you pick from your garden or bring home from the store does not keep forever. The best way to make sure food lasts as long as possible is to use methods to preserve food so you have a full pantry.
1. Canning

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2. Freezing

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3. Dehydrating

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4. Freeze Drying

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5. Cold Storage

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6. Pickling

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7. Smoking

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8. Curing

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9. Dry Salt

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10. Vacuum Sealing

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11. Root Cellar

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