"One of the most reliable tried and true methods of storing root crops is in a root cellar. Root cellars come in a wide array of shapes, sizes and configurations. We've tried different versions over the 40 plus years of living a self-reliant life. We started with a dug out area located in our barn insulated with hay bales over the top, we've had a root cellar in the crawl space of our Saskatchewan wilderness home and here in Nova Scotia, we have a deluxe root cellar in the basement. But there ar

Long-Term Food Storage Tips for Real Shelf-Life Worried your food might go bad? Here’s where to focus: Temperature: Keep it cool and stable, ideally around 60°F. The safe range is 50-70°F. Humidity: Keep it low, ideally 15% or under. Up to 20-30% is okay, but dryer is better, especially for powdered foods. Light Exposure: UV light degrades nutrients. Use opaque containers and store them in a dark spot. Oxygen: It causes spoilage and vitamin breakdown. Keep food airtight. Pests: Rodents and insec

Chopped meat. Hearty root vegetables. Store-bought puff pastry. Meet our easy version of the classic English pasty. It’s SO simple to prepare and filled with layers of buttery goodness. Find the recipe in our bio or Google “BestRecipes Pasties”.⁠ ⁠ #pasty #pastylove #englishfood #savourypastry #pastryinspiration #easymeals #homemadefood | Best Recipes