*Refers to the latest 2 years of stltoday.com stories. Cancel anytime. They call it “nature’s ultimate snack food,” which is true, if nature freeze-dried its fruit. As it is, these little nuggets of ...

Freeze-drying, also known as lyophilization, is a form of dehydration. Food is first frozen, then dried under pressure to remove its water content. It is widely believed that freeze-drying is the best ...

Freeze drying food brings a number of benefits, including extending its shelf life. Here's what to expect when it comes to ...

Have you ever tried dried cherries? Wow, are they good. Truth be told, I couldn’t stop eating them. I kept telling myself it was just to taste them for research. I tried not to be fooled by the health ...

It”s important to keep hydrated in these dry summer days, and drinking plenty of water, iced tea and juice is one way. Keeping kids hydrated can sometimes be a challenge if they”re playing outside and ...

A good grape is juicy, sweet (with just a touch of tartness), and firm. Once a grape starts to get mushy, it becomes a bad grape. Usually I deal with bad grapes by roasting them, but that maneuver is ...