The Only Beginner Freeze-Drying Book
You'll Ever Need

The Freeze-Drying Book Every Beginner Deserves
Start strong, waste less, and gain confidence—without sifting through 500 internet posts.

Get clear, real-world help from moms who’ve lived it.
This book walks you step-by-step through every part of the freeze-drying process—from your first batch to safely storing meals for decades.

We wrote The Only Beginner Freeze Drying Book You’ll Ever Need because we couldn’t find anything like it when we started. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, confused by conflicting advice, or frustrated by failed batches—this is your shortcut to clarity.
No fluff. No guesswork. Just warm, real help.

Inside, you’ll learn:

  • How freeze-drying actually works
    (and how it’s different from dehydrating or canning)
  • What not to put in your machine
  • Step-by-step guidance for your first 10+ batches
  • How to package and store food so it lasts 15–30 years
  • Family-tested tips from moms who use their freeze-dryers weekly

We’ve taken what we wish we knew when we started—and turned it into a resource families can count on.

What’s Inside the Book

✔ Simple breakdowns of freeze-drying phases
Understand what your machine is doing and why each step matters—without tech speak.

✔ Prepping tips to avoid beginner mistakes
No more soggy strawberries or wasted milk. Get real prep strategies that actually work.

✔ Lists of best and worst foods to freeze-dry

✔ Save time and money by knowing what works before you load the trays.

✔ How to store your food the right way
Mylar, oxygen absorbers, sealing tips, and shelf-life strategies—made simple.

✔ Troubleshooting help
Failed batch? Funny smell? We’ve got real answers you won’t find in the manual.

✔ Batch logs and printable worksheets

✔ Stay organized and confident with the same tools we use in our own kitchens.

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Reviews from Families Like Yours

The Only Beginner FD Book!
The Only Beginner FD Book!
The Only Beginner FD Book!

"This is THE book right here! It really holds your hand and offers so much wisdom that would only      be found after hours       spent reading posts in
freeze-dry groups.” — TK

"I’ve had my FD since 2015 and have shed many tears over failed batches. This book is what I’ve wished for every time."
— Barb

“I’m on my second batch and it turned out perfect—thank you for making this simple and not overwhelming!”
— Emily R.

Who This Book Is For

Whether you’re:

  • Brand new to freeze-drying with your first Harvest Right
  • A mom trying to build food security for your family
  • A homesteader who’s tired of wasting garden produce
  • Or just someone who wants real food, ready for anything…

This book gives you the tools to succeed from the very first tray.

Meet the Authors

We’re Katilyn and Christina—sisters, lifelong gardeners, and moms raising our families on preserved food. We’ve been freeze-drying for years and built Micro-Homesteading Education to support families who want to build food stability without stress. This book is our heart on paper.

Katilyn and Christina