Thanks for sharing these tips on extending the shelf life of nuts and seeds.

Thanks for this video. For now I have been storing nuts and seeds in the freezer/ refrigerator but would like to be storing more nuts and have been looking for more tips and how to do this, so thanks for the info!!

Enjoy your videos. Thank you and God bless you both.

Great idea for vacuum sealing the Mason jars, I usually store my seeds in Mason jars and nuts in the freezer - I've never had them go rancid, but I also eat them all the time.

This is great information, thank you!

Thank you so much for sharing all this information. It surprises me that baking nuts would not extend their life. Baking them would remove most of their inner dampness and therefore extending their life. Thank you for any light you can shine on this and God Bless.

Glad you posted this. I'd like to store my stash for atleast 2yrs.

Great information. Thank you so much.

Learned a lot from this video. Thanks so much.

Very interested in the survival kit that you mentioned several times. I hope you will do a video soon!

I like the survival pack idea. As for vacuum sealing plus O2 absorber - you could fully eliminate the oxygen in vacuum sealed foods with just a tiny O2 absorber to mop up any residual O2.

Thank you so much, Kylene! Wonderful as usual...

@TheProvidentPrepper

8 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

Thanks for the info. I keep my nuts in original packaging...either jars or zip closure bags.

I have Walnut trees, and grow pumpkins. Thanks for the help on preserving them.

Great advice just what I was looking for amidst all the madness of the world.

Good informational video ,thanks for sharing ,God bless !

Great video!

I🎉 vacuum seal in food saver bags and freeze. Thank you 😮 the videos.

@TheProvidentPrepper

6 ай бұрын

Great idea!!

Thanks for the info

Wow! Your pantry is my dream!

@TheProvidentPrepper

2 ай бұрын

I hope your dream comes true!

Thank you!

Hi Kylene, i have a question... which nuts/seeds are considered too high in oils to use an oxygen absorber on safely? because all i was ever told was not to use an O2 absorber on "oily" foods because of botulism... but i think maybe i misunderstood what that meant! I would really love to be able to extend more of the storage life of my seeds and nuts because i also should be eating far more things like that... (i usually vacuum seal with my food saver in mason jars but would love t add an O2 absorber if i knew which ones were safe)

@daschundloverable

2 жыл бұрын

I know, me too.

@g-whiz286

2 жыл бұрын

Botulism needs water (not oil) to survive.

@barbarawarren9443

Жыл бұрын

I thought the same thing.

I use the jar seal attachment, but also put an oxygen pack in :) I love the mini mylar bags. Great for camping snacks.

@cindiwebber4556

2 жыл бұрын

what size ox. absorber if you are also vac. sealing?

I am confused. I thought you could not use an oxygen absorber for high fat items.

@heatheraz4680

2 жыл бұрын

I was wondering the same thing.

@thanku7x77

2 жыл бұрын

Exactly my thoughts. It's Dangerous to my knowledge to use o2 absorbers with fatty or oily foods. Nuts are in this category. One other thought is that I read that the food saver vacume seal jar attachment removes air but not all of the oxygen therefore safe?

@kimbrgv

2 жыл бұрын

@Jolley Mountain Nana Hello, I was wondering if you found anymore info on seeds and oxygen? 😊 Thanks

@perfectpeace956

2 жыл бұрын

@@kimbrgv I didn't look any more. For now I am going to leave them in their packages or maybe vacuum seal them in Jars. I won't use oxygen absorbers.

@sandraleigh1252

2 жыл бұрын

Maybe the reason it is ok to use O2 absorbers with nuts and seeds is because the oil in them has not been extracted. In other words, the oils in them are still part of the structure of the nut or seed. Other oily foods they have said not to use the O2 absorbers with were foods that had oil as an ingredient in them. I am guessing, but does that make sense?

I vacum seal..and use an oxygen absorber when jaring nuts and seeds!

Nuts and seeds can be put in the freezer for up to 7 years. I always store my nuts and seeds in a drawer in the fridge. Been doing that for decades. Can't do this with honey roasted peanuts!!!

@korekaza9797

6 ай бұрын

A question I have is to use the nuts from the freezer, how long is the thaw? I heard that bread can be frozen too but it'd need to thaw before usage for a few hours. Thanks for the tip.

I have native pecan trees and have a bumper crop this year. I just canned 19 1/2 pt jars. For several years I have canned the pecans,after heating in over at 200 degrees just until hot. I use hot, dry, steralized jars and either pressure can or hot water bath can. They keep for years.

Dang...the vacuum seal is awesome

I feel so encouraged by this. When you said you had MS, I suddenly didn’t feel so alone. (I have multiple AI conditions, do my best to prepare for our family, and am a member of the same faith that you are.) thank you for sharing this. It was just what I needed to hear today to do just a little something today to be more prepared for later.

@daschundloverable

2 жыл бұрын

@@TheProvidentPrepper I;m at the last stage of MS. There are many people on here confused about adding an o2 absorber to the nuts. you really need to address that as I am also confused.

@TheProvidentPrepper

Ай бұрын

I am just now seeing this comment. I'm sorry that it got lost in the shuffle. You are not alone. We can conquer this with God's help. I've learned that I should slow down and not stress about things. Easier said than done. I hope that all is going well for you! Reach out anytime theprovidentprepper.org/contact-us/

@TheProvidentPrepper

Ай бұрын

@@daschundloverable I'm so sorry to hear about your battle with MS. Sorry I didn't get to this sooner. You got this!!

1/2 gallon jars, oxygen, vacuum seal and into the Prepper Pantry they go! My working pantry I only use vacuum sealing each opening.

Vacuum seal with an oz absorber. Might change depending on original packaging, after learning about the nitrogen pack.

We put the bulk pecans in Mason jars then Vacuum sealed with VacMaster in chamber, and last of all placed in the deep freeze.

I received Chia seeds by accident from Amazon. Through that I learned that I love Chia seeds. I really like them in my oatmeal. It gives the oatmeal a small bit of a nutty taste. They also help me curb my appetite. I feel fuller longer when added to other foods.

@RhodeToPrepping

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this information.

@thispersonrighthere9024

Жыл бұрын

@@TheProvidentPrepper can i store my nuts (pecans, almonds, walnuts, etc.) in the crisper drawers? if i can store them in these drawers, which crisper drawer do i use: the one with high humidity, or the one with low humidity?

I use the unopened original container in a dark cabinet.

Can't using oxygen absorbers increase the risk of botulism due to the fat content in the nuts and seeds

I have always kept walnuts, pecans and almonds (all raw) in the freezer so they will be there when I want to use them. But recently, I vacuum-sealed some in jars and others in mylar with an oxygen absorber. I don't use them fast, so I hope this will keep them longer. I have them in my basement.

Can you give us an idea how long nuts will last when vacuumed sealed with or without an oxygen absorber, since they contain fat? Thank you for making this video.

I store my nuts in the freezer. It's one of the few items that are mandatory with my limited freezer space. I had almonds go rancid in a year still in their manufacturer's packaging. So I purchased new almonds and they joined the walnuts and pecans in my freezer.

Living in SC, I have basement envy. I am new at this storage. I am having to store in the areas of house.

@BelovedLeah

2 жыл бұрын

I'm in Georgia and I, too, understand basement envy.

I usually vacuum-seal nuts in Quart mason jars with a 300cc Oxygen absorber in there also for extra protection :-)

Hi! Love your videos!! ❤️ 🤗 Can you make one on how to storage long term low carb food? I'm diabetic and mostly all long term food are high in carbs.😔

From the research I have done nuts have to high of a moisture level to be using oxygen absorbers they can cause botulism that thrives in the absence of oxygen

Do you have a video that shows what you have in your emergency kit? If not, then that would be a great video lesson.

Why can you use oxygen absorber's for nuts and seeds, but not brown rice?

i luve the mason jar storage idea.. but we are in an earthquake possibility place .. That would cause a lot of broken glass..

Did you have to place something on top like a coffee filter to keep the powdered crumbs from sucking up the dusty debris from keeping it from sealing

That pantry is amazing! I want to know how to prep in a tiny house or van /caravan

@cocacolafiesta

Жыл бұрын

I have a converted van and carry a lot of dehydrated foods, canned meats and freeze dried foods. More compact and lighter in weight and most importantly all shelf stable.

QUESTION: Can I completely dethaw my frozen nuts and then vacuum seal them?

Most prepper youtube sites store nuts and seeds as you describe. But occasionally I come across discussions on botulism and without stating there is a problem, they say not to use oxygen absorbers for nuts and seeds. Is there any moisture in nuts and seeds that might encourage botulism in a non oxygen environment?

have you used apothecary jars ithe the sealed lids like yankee candle jars as well?

I’m so confused! All I’ve ever heard was to never ever never use O2 absorbers in with nuts (and any high fat content) Is this something new? Please and thank you 🙏

I just got 2 bags of honey nut granola, total fat 6g a serving. Can I put an oxygen absorber in each open bag and then store it in a mylar bag, or would it be better to vacuum seal in quart jars? Thanks for another great video!

Could you provide a link for the heat sealer you are using?

Hi, can i seal shredded coconut that comes in regular bags?

How do you open them when you are ready to use?

Can I put an o2 absorber in a vacuum sealed mason jar that has dehydrated eggs in it. Or are they too oily?

can you vacuum pack harvest crunch with raisin and almonds In Jars And how long will it last Thank`s

So you need to both vacuum seal or freeze dry and freeze?

I love your videos and methods has really helped me. I have a question if don't mind, you said you have MS how do you prepare your medications etc? I'm asking because I have similar disease and no one talks bout prepping with chronic diseases. Sorry, if made videos on it I'm fairly new to your channel and absolutely love and trust your information ❤❤❤

@shootingstars2000

Жыл бұрын

@@TheProvidentPrepper thank you, I didn't think to ask the doctor for preparation in emergencies. Im sorry for your disease too. ❤❤❤

What is the white machine that you fold the top down on the top of the bag?

What about trail mix? That contains Cran raisins and chocolate. Thank you for your response.

I noticed that you leave the rings on jars after vacuuming with either the freeze dryer or Food saver. Do you store with them on?

I have birds and want to get more food for them but not sure how to store it? Any ideas ? Much appreciated 👍

Many long distance runners eat chia seeds because they release energy over time

Have you tried Reishi mushroom powder for your MS?

you forgot to mention your able to store the nutz not so much due to the vacuum seal but more because the oxygen absorber but because the absorber takes away the oxygen but more importantly because it leaves the nitrogen inside which helps keep the preservation

What is the thing you use to press the ziplock?

Where did you get the sealer for mylar bags?

7:18 what do you mean you can use it over and over again (as you are sealing it)? Are you suggesting you can seal it over and over again, or that the zip allows you to use that bag over time as you deplete what is in it?

@richgetz

2 жыл бұрын

@@TheProvidentPrepper No, you didn't say it but you did say reusable while you reached for the sealer so I was looking for clarification. Thanks. Great video!

What about a brake bleeder?

HOW MUCH LONGER DO THESE FOODS LAST PAST THE EXP DATE??

My understanding was do not use oxygen absorbers in a product that has more than 10% moisture. Nuts and seeds have oils/ moisture. Is there a list of what not to use the oxygen absorbers with. I do not know how to figure out the moisture content if the items I wish to store. Thank you

@JH-tj9jd

Жыл бұрын

I would like an answer to this too. I've seen the question asked over a dozen times in different ways and never see it answered. I think they're avoiding the question because maybe there is a minute possibility of botulism, I don't know.

I thought you weren’t supposed to use oxygen absorbers with things with oils. Am I wrong?

Wow, you read the questions in my mind with this video. I have been thinking about how to store nuts and seeds. I do have one question: you have mentioned over time about using re-purposed plastic bottles. When you do repurpose a plastic bottle, will an oxygen absorber be used? I am not a fan of plastic, but it is lighter, won’t break, and of course you can be repurposing something that you already have. Again, thanks so much for reading my mind!

@daschundloverable

2 жыл бұрын

yes use an o2 absorber.

Do you know how to store nut, coconut, and other non regular flours- I freeze but wonder if there is a better way ex: mylar or jars with air removed Have not been able to find anything on this and you seem so to be so knowledgeable (I'm new at this) - or maybe you could point me to someone that does use these kind of flours- again thanks in advance

If you use the clear front mylar- only for maybe a one to three year storage - will putting in a large food bucket with lid or even a rectangular store container keep them safe for that amount of time- we buy in bulk but not looking for 25 year storage- thanks in advance for helping me- just found your channel -

@TheProvidentPrepper

5 ай бұрын

I like the clear front Mylar for short term "fun" storage. Get quality like from PackFreshUSA. Keep them out of light and in a secondary storage container and I'd actually feel comfortable for 5 years or so ... just not 25. packfreshusa.com/?rfsn=7503114.ecc85c Use the promo code PROVIDENT to receive 10% off your purchase.

@Niamh07421

5 ай бұрын

thanks@@TheProvidentPrepper

What about the oils while sealing? Do you use oxygen absorber in Mylar bags.

I am VERY confused. A previous video re: the storage of nuts said NOT to use oxygen absorbers when packaging. HELP. I am in the process of putting up some raw seeds and nuts for medium term storage. Should I use the oa with vacumn sealing in mason jars?

@dawn1913

4 ай бұрын

I'm in the same boato, and other prepper channels don't clear up the issue, same for raisins storage....can't get a straight answer. I will leave out the oxygen absorber.

As always great content. I've heard a lot that nuts and seeds should not have an oxygen absorber because of the high fat content. Can you explain your reasoning? Just curious.

@sherib.6698

2 жыл бұрын

I heard the same thing

@Allison.

2 жыл бұрын

In my understanding the oxygen absorbers extend the shelf life a little bit, but if kept this way over a longer period the moisture and fat content could cause botulism potentially.

@Allison.

2 жыл бұрын

@@TheProvidentPrepper in a nutshell 🤣

@dawn1913

4 ай бұрын

​@@Allison.What is "a long period of time"? 1 year, 5? At what point should I be worried about botulism? For something so deadly and gives no signs of spoilage, seems pretty risky.

Hi Kylene and Jonathan! I have learned SO, SO, SO much from your videos and website (and I will continue to learn!). I've learned so much that I don't consider myself a "newbie" anymore. My prepper pantry is growing rapidly and so is my peace of mind. One topic that I am NOT 100% certain of and 100% TERRIFIED of is..BOTULISM! I want to understand it completely so I am confident that it is NOT invited into my long term storage. I have a pretty good understanding of it with "wet" canning and reasons behind pressure canning vs. water bath. But I am lacking in understanding dry food storage. I understand the why behind boiling as a safe guard, but some dry foods (nuts as an example) aren't something I would boil? Do you have a video about this? If not, could you make one? Thanks :)

@gman21266

2 жыл бұрын

@@TheProvidentPrepper - Hi :) It is my understanding that Oxygen Absorbers and/or Vacuum Sealing DOES prevent moisture because moisture is H2O. And so without the O there can be no H2O. Now having said that... Oxygen Absorbers and/or Vacuum Sealing will get rid of over 99% of the oxygen, But there IS still a tiny bit of oxygen remaining which can eventually be a problem in the long run.

@gman21266

2 жыл бұрын

@@TheProvidentPrepper I'll do my best to explain my understanding of it: 1) Cooking the beans above 170 degrees for 5 or 10 minutes will kill any botulinum bacteria. However, that won't kill the botulinum spores. (But the spores aren't usually a problem for healthy adults). Now having said that... Oxygen absorbers will draw the oxygen out of air. But not out of liquids/foods. Vacuum sealing moist beans will extend the shelf life, but not by a whole lot. Maybe 3 or 4 times longer. But definitely not years and years, unless frozen. 2) Like many people, I keep my spare oxygen absorbers in a sealed mason jar. And sure enough, the next day I can see little droplets of liquid on the inside of the jar. So what gives??? How is there little droplets of H2O if over 99 percent of the O has been absorbed into the packets?? The only answer is that those droplets are not H2O. The droplets are liquified nitrogen due to the pressure drop. I hope this helps. 😁

@ML-rd6ci

Жыл бұрын

@@TheProvidentPrepper Hi, you mentioned in another video (also on your website) that nuts should NOT be stored with oxygen absorbers. However now you said that "The guideline with dry goods is less than 10% moisture is SAFE to use an oxygen absorber", that makes me feel very confused.

Bulk nut storing advice with low amount of space to work with?

What is the brand of that heat sealer? I am having trouble finding one that can to mylar bags.

@katherineanderson6297

11 ай бұрын

I use my iron

How would I store flax seeds?

I didn't think you were supposed to use oxygen absorbers with nuts because of the high fat content? So it's ok to seal in mylar bags with oxygen absorbers?

The oil in pecans, want that make them go bad faster even with an oxygen pack?

I thought you said you can't use oxygen absorbers in nuts because they are not less than 10% moisture?

better safe than sorry when it comes to botulism imo

I so confused now. Can you use oxygen absorbers with nuts?

I just found 2 1kg packs of ground almond with used by date of Oct 2020 in my mums cupboard🤦‍♀️. One is open. I don't want to throw them but not sure can save

@jc.1191

2 жыл бұрын

If it tastes fine it's safe to eat. No need to toss, it's just a little degraded. That's not crazy expired, but needs to be used asap.

I find covering my nuts in chocolate protects them from oxygen and moisture. I protect my chocolate from going white by only getting chocolate with the hard glossy outer shells. LOL. I laugh, but I am kinda only half joking.

I buy my nuts in bulk because I am vegan and use a lot, so I vacuum seal with oxygen absorbers

What is a 3 strike food?

I have nuts in my freezer that’s been in their for about 4 years. I bought them on sale back then. Guess I better keep them in their. I don’t think it will be a good idea to remove them, thaw them for a few days and repackage. I think they’d go rancid. Right? Is my thinking process correct?

@LoisSilverman

Жыл бұрын

I would open them and smell them. They will smell rank if they went rancid which I doubt. I keep nuts in jars and bags in the freezer and pantry and they are fine, taste great! If you have more than one bag, try opening one and test it. If you haven't eaten them in four years, you probably won't ever eat them anyway. I am saying this from my own experience. I seem to always overbuy and then never use whatever it was that I bought too much of....lol!!!!

Kylene, just watched another video where you also showed pumpkin seed storage and you stated never to use an O2 in the jar, However, here you just showed you added an O2 to a jar of pumpkin seeds? I'm confused can you put O2 in with nuts for LT storage???

@gigis5017

2 жыл бұрын

@@TheProvidentPrepper great thank you for your reply and the infor.

@teresarooks3225

2 жыл бұрын

@@TheProvidentPrepper I am confused, this link specifically listed nuts as not suitable for long term storage (listed under dry goods with either too much moisture, oils or other concerns) I really really want to store nuts and seeds this way, but this provided link does not support this. Is there additional information you have come across?

@teresarooks3225

2 жыл бұрын

@@TheProvidentPrepper Thank you so much for this link and your response.

Shelf life on raw nuts and seeds in tied up plastic wrap wity clips

The container and kitchen sizes in America… I always think how could some one eat that large portions

I hope you see this since this video is a year old. I couldn’t tell if you were putting oxygen absorbers in them or not. I love nuts and seeds and would love to be able to store them outside the freezer.

@TheProvidentPrepper

8 ай бұрын

Check the moisture content on this site fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/ Nuts and seeds that are low in moisture are candidates for storage in a low oxygen environment.

Oh my--on another channel they said NEVER use oxygen absorbers with nuts---botulism possibility.

Is the high fat content in pecans be a problem for Mylar for long term food storage

@TheProvidentPrepper

6 ай бұрын

They are super high in fat fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/2346395/nutrients like around 73 percent. They are not going to store long term. I would just keep them with short term storage and keep them rotated. Perhaps vacuum seal them in mason jars would help extend the life but it won't make them store long term.

I vacuume sealed 25 lb cornmeal and cream of wheat 9 months ago.now i hear about botulism. Can get in.can you tell me if it is still good

@ChristianLove7

2 жыл бұрын

No, you should be fine. The concern is with cooked foods like granola and high fat foods.

@kitkatkamp7979

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you much