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Health & Nutrition: Food Preservation

What causes moisture to accumulate in jars and containers?

Causes and Suggestions:

Test several pieces for dryness to prevent incomplete drying. Foods that are cut unevenly could be the cause for incomplete drying. Therefore, make an effort to cut foods unevenly. Dried food left at room temperature too long after cooling could allow moisture to accumulate. Instead, cool foods quickly and package immediately.