food storage
Preserving edible supplies
Food storage is the practice of preserving and keeping food for later use.
The term covers everything from pantry staples to emergency supplies: They keep six months of food storage in the basement.
In survivalist and prepper communities, food storage often refers specifically to long-term provisions for emergencies or disasters.
The phrase also describes containers and systems for keeping food fresh: These glass jars are great for food storage.
Airtight food preservation
- picklingAcid preservation process
- dehydrationExcessive fluid loss
- smokingInhaling burning tobacco
- saltingApplying sodium chloride
curing · fermentation · freeze-drying · brining · pasteurization · drying · jerky · kimchi
Subzero storage compartment
- deep-freezeUltra-cold storage unit
- frozenSolidified by extreme cold
- ice crystalsSolid water formations
- freezer burnDehydration from cold storage
thawing · freezer bags · chest freezer · upright freezer · ice pack · cold chain · portioning · freezer containers
Textiles and sewing supplies
- flourMilled grain powder
- sugarCrystalline carbohydrate sweetener
- riceStaple cereal grain
- pastaShaped wheat dough
beans · lentils · cereals · spices · oils · vinegars · condiments · nuts
End of validity
- freshnessState of being unspoiled
- spoilageFood degradation process
- perishableProne to decay
- nonperishableResists decay or spoilage
preservatives · rotation · FIFO · degradation · rancidity · mold · bacteria · edibility
Impervious to atmosphere
- tupperwareSealable plastic kitchen vessels
- glass jarsTransparent lidded containers
- vacuum bagsDisposable cleaner receptacles
- canistersCylindrical storage vessels
lids · seals · aluminum foil · cling film · ziplock · stackable · BPA-free · silicone bags
canning
Airtight food preservation
- picklingAcid preservation process
- dehydrationExcessive fluid loss
- smokingInhaling burning tobacco
salting · curing · fermentation · freeze-drying · brining · pasteurization · drying · jerky · kimchi · sauerkraut
freezer
Subzero storage compartment
- deep-freezeUltra-cold storage unit
- frozenSolidified by extreme cold
- ice crystalsSolid water formations
freezer burn · thawing · freezer bags · chest freezer · upright freezer · ice pack · cold chain · portioning · freezer containers · defrost
dry goods
Textiles and sewing supplies
pasta · beans · lentils · cereals · spices · oils · vinegars · condiments · nuts · seeds
expiration
End of validity
- freshnessState of being unspoiled
- spoilageFood degradation process
- perishableProne to decay
nonperishable · preservatives · rotation · FIFO · degradation · rancidity · mold · bacteria · edibility · humidity control
airtight
Impervious to atmosphere
- tupperwareSealable plastic kitchen vessels
- glass jarsTransparent lidded containers
- vacuum bagsDisposable cleaner receptacles
canisters · lids · seals · aluminum foil · cling film · ziplock · stackable · BPA-free · silicone bags · produce bags
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