Can you believe there are several ways to preserve food without canning or freezing it?

These methods fromMidwest Pessimiston YouTube will surely blow your mind.

I never really considered preserving food as I find canning tedious.

5 Ways to Preserve Food Without Canning or Freezing

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But I might try it now, thanks to these beginner-friendly methods.

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Next, slice each quarter down its length, then slice each piece crosswise into shreds.

Lacto-fermenting the cabbage to make sauerkraut

Ferment it for three to ten days in a cool room-temperature place.

Mix to dissolve, then pour it into the jar of tomatoes.

Cover the jar loosely with a cheesecloth and store it on the countertop for three to five days.

Pickling the onions to preserve it

After this, place the jars lid and store it in the fridge.

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#3 Stuff it with Sugar

To start, wash the grapes thoroughly.

Continue these steps until you add all the grapes and sugar to the pan.

5 Ways to Preserve Food Without Canning or Freezing

Once done, pour the lemon juice and let them rest for 12 hours.

Let it rest again for another 24 hours.

Lower the heat and simmer for 30 minutes.

Finally, transfer the mixture to a mason jar and store it in the fridge.

Place the lid on loosely and store in a cool place.

Tighten the lid every time you check it, then gently shake it.

Loosen the lid again once youre done.

#5 Pickling

Place the sliced onion in a mason jar and set aside.

Bring the mixture to a simmer, then slowly pour it into the jar.

Press the onions down to remove air bubbles, then let it cool to room temperature.

Once done, cover the jar with its lid and store it in the fridge.

5 Ways to Preserve Food Without Canning or Freezing