Mason Jars for Storing Dehydrated Food
Ideal for Daily/Weekly Use of Dehydrated Foods!

Mason Jars

I use Mason jars for storing dehydrated food I use on a regular basis.

I love to use Mason jars to store my dehydrated fruit and vegetables for a couple of reasons:

They are airtight—and store easily on your pantry shelves in the kitchen, and behind closed doors.

This keeps direct light off them also, which is a good thing!




My Mason Jars Filled with Dehydrated Food

Filled Mason jars of dehydrated food in kitchen cupboard

I keep my actual dehydrated goodies in one of my kitchen cupboards! :-)

Plus, they look great on your shelves. Impress your friends and family!

You can use smaller air-tight jars (half-pint) for items that you don't use a lot of—such as garlic, and spices.

Use Air-Tight Mason Jars for Storing Dehydrated Food

I use air-tight jars for storing dehydrated food for everyday use.

When I'm ready to make a quick soup or need to add some dehydrated vegetables to a recipe, I can quickly add some dehydrated vegetables without having to mess around preparing fresh vegetables. Please see the Mason jar links farther down the page!

Now don't get me wrong, I'll take fresh vegetables over dehydrated any day, but we're all about doing this for long-term storage.

Use Different Sized Mason Jars for Storing Dehydrated Food:
Handy for Daily/Weekly Use

Ball mason jars

Keeping the dehydrated vegetables in different-sized mason jars, means I'm not opening up my Mylar bags all the time to retrieve a vacuumed packet and having to re-seal the Mylar bag afterward.

This way, I can easily and quickly grab a jar to make a quick vegetable soup.

Shown in the photo are carrots, celery, and sliced garlic in the front.

Mason Jars of Clear Glass are Great...
You Can Easily See What's in Them!

I like the fact they're made of glass; not only can you see the contents in the jar, but you can see at a glance how much of the contents remain!

When you're ready to refill your jars from your stock, just go pick out one from your stash of stored Mylar bags.

Open it, take out a packet (or two), reseal the Mylar bag, and refill your jar!

Important: Do not forget to sterilize your jars before use.

Why It's Important to Sterilize Mason Jars Before Use

If you're planning on canning or preserving food at home, it's important to sterilize your Mason jars before use. This will help to prevent the growth of bacteria and mold and will keep your food fresh for longer.

There are a few different ways to sterilize Mason jars. One method is to wash the jars in hot, soapy water, and then rinse them well. Next, place the jars upside down on a clean towel and let them air dry.

Once the jars are dry, you can sterilize them by placing them in a preheated oven (200°F) for 10 minutes.

Another method is to sterilize the jars in a dishwasher. Simply place the clean jars on the top rack of your dishwasher and run it on the hottest setting.

Another option is to boil the jars in a large pot of water for 10 minutes.

Once you've sterilized your Mason jars, they're ready to use. Be sure to fill them with food while they're still hot to prevent bacteria from growing.

Click the RED WORDS to see these Mason jars on Amazon.com

Ball Regular Mouth Quart 12 Pieces Jars (32oz) Made in USA, Clear
Ball Regular Mouth Quart 12 Pieces Jars (32oz) Made in USA, Clear

Mason Jars Regular Mouth Quart Jars

  • Ball brand regular mouth Glass Mason Jars. Quart size (32oz)
  • Package of 12
Ball Mason "PINT" Jars Wide-Mouth Can or Freeze - 12pk (by Jarden Home Brands) WM 16 Oz
Ball Mason "PINT" Jars Wide-Mouth Can or Freeze - 12pk (by Jarden Home Brands) WM 16 Oz

Mason Jars Wide Mouth Pint Jars

  • Ball brand wide mouth Glass Mason Jars. Pint size (16oz)
  • Package of 12
Jarden Kerr Wide Mouth Half-Pint Glass Mason Jars 8-Ounces with Lids and Bands 12-Count per Case (1-Case)5%
Jarden Kerr Wide Mouth Half-Pint Glass Mason Jars 8-Ounces with Lids and Bands 12-Count per Case (1-Case)
$27.48

Mason Jars Wide Mouth Half Pint Jars

  • Ball brand wide mouth Glass Mason Jars. Half-Pint (8oz)
  • Package of 12

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Where Did the Name 'Mason' Jars Originate?

The Mason jar was named after its inventor, John Landis Mason. He patented the jar in 1858, and it quickly became a popular choice for canning and preserving food.

As you know, Mason jars are made of glass, and they have a screw-on lid that creates an airtight seal. This makes them ideal for storing food for long-term storage.

Re-Use Oxygen Absorbers in Your Mason Jars

We also need to have a 100cc oxygen absorber in the jar, and an easy way to tell if the oxygen absorber is 'worn out' is when you take the lid off. If the lid opens without a popping sound, you will need to replace the old pack with a new one.

NOTE: I'll keep the 'old' 100cc oxygen absorber and put that in the smaller jars (the jars I use for the elephant garlic and spices).

Even though they may not have much 'life' left in the old oxygen absorber, there's probably enough life left in them for the small jars until you cannot feel any air pop resistance at all!


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