Description

Product Overview:

Augason Farms excels at the art of food dehydration. Skip the hassle of washing, peeling, or slicing and simply add Augason Farms’ dehydrated potato slices to your casseroles, soups, or potato salads. These certified gluten-free, ready-to-use dehydrated potato slices are perfect for making au gratin or scalloped potatoes or can be seasoned and oven-baked for crisp, tasty potato slices. They’re also delightful when pan-fried for breakfast, and you can even whip up homemade potato chips! Combine them easily with other Augason Farms dehydrated vegetables for a nutritious and delicious meal.

Ideal for any family’s emergency food storage, these potato slices are just as suitable for a quick meal today as they are for unexpected situations in the future. With a shelf life of up to 25 years when stored under suitable conditions, Augason Farms products—family-owned and operated since 1972—are guaranteed to offer exceptional taste and superior quality. Make sure to include Augason Farms in your pantry for daily use or as part of your emergency food supply.

We offer a wide variety of food options to choose from!

Why Choose Freeze-Dried Foods?

Extended Shelf Life

A lower moisture content directly impacts shelf life by extending it. Dehydrated foods lose up to 90% of their moisture, offering a significant shelf life advantage. While home dehydrators typically remove only about 80% of the water, resulting in a shorter shelf life, professionally dehydrated foods from top-end providers can last up to 15 years, and in some cases, even up to 25 years.

Freeze-dried foods are the best option for long-term storage, boasting a shelf life of 25 years or more. Storing freeze-dried foods in a cool, dark, and dry environment can further prolong their shelf life.

Preparation of Freeze-Dried Food

Preparing freeze-dried food is simple: just add water and wait for it to rehydrate. You’ll find the taste remarkably close to the original, often indistinguishable from freshly prepared food. Dehydrated foods, on the other hand, usually require boiling for rehydration, which can take around 20 minutes depending on the type of food.

Nutritional Value

Freeze-drying preserves most of the food’s nutrients, with rehydrated food almost identical in nutritional value to its fresh counterpart. Dehydrated food retains about 60-75% of its original nutrients, whereas freeze-dried food retains approximately 97%.

Flavor and Taste

Taste is a crucial factor in food enjoyment. While both freeze-dried and dehydrated foods taste great, freeze-drying better preserves nutrients and flavor. It maintains the food’s original texture and natural aroma, offering superior taste preservation. Dehydration, which uses heat, can cause a loss of flavor, nutrients, and texture. Most people find that freeze-dried food tastes better, winning most taste tests.