Texas A&M University- Texarkana and the Bowie County Master Gardeners will hold a program titled “Getting into Freeze Drying” during their May 2024 class. The event, scheduled for Monday, May 13, 2024, will take place from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. in University Center Room 326 on the Texas A&M University- Texarkana campus. This program is free and open to the public.
Freeze drying offers a number of benefits for preserving fruits, vegetables, and meat. The method retains the majority of the food’s nutrients, unlike traditional drying processes which can degrade them. Freeze drying also main- the original taste, texture, and color of the food, ensuring a pleasant culinary experience even after prolonged storage. Additionally, freeze-dried foods have a significantly extended shelf life compared to fresh produce, making them ideal for emergency preparedness or long-term storage.
The program will be presented by LouAnn Rollins. Ms. Rollins is the Family & Community Health Agent for Titus County. She teaches classes on food safety and food preservation. A question- and-answer session will follow the presentation.
