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June 5th, 2026

Freeze Dried Foods Explained

  1. Freeze Dried Foods Explained Big Blend Radio 34:11

Celebrate National Candy Month with this special episode of Big Blend Radio’s “The Peanut Patch” Podcast featuring Matthew Luna, owner of Desert Freeze Dried and grandson of Donna George, owner of The Peanut Patch in Yuma, Arizona. Sitting in for Donna, Matthew shares his expertise in the fascinating world of freeze drying and the innovative ways this Technology is transforming food preservation and snacking.

Discover how foods ranging from candy and fruit to complete meals can be freeze dried to create lightweight, shelf-stable treats with unique textures and flavors. Matthew explains the science behind the process, discusses surprising foods that can—and can’t—be freeze dried, and shares insights into consumer trends, outdoor recreation foods, emergency preparedness, and creative culinary possibilities.

Whether you’re curious about freeze-dried candy, planning your next outdoor adventure, or simply fascinated by food science, this episode offers an entertaining and informative look at one of today’s most innovative food trends.

Follow Desert Freeze Dried on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/desertfreezedriedcandy/ 

🛒 Shop year-round: https://thepeanutpatch.com/ 

🍽️ Recipes From The Peanut Patch Magazine: https://online.fliphtml5.com/yhwzg/Recipes-from-The-Peanut-Patch/ 

🎧 Listen & follow the podcast (new episodes every 1st Friday): https://peanut-patch.podbean.com/ 


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Lisa Smith Big Blend Radio

We are Nancy J. Reid and Lisa D. Smith, the mother-daughter travel team and publishers of Big Blend Magazines, hosts of Big Blend Radio, full-time travelers on the Love Your Parks Tour where we document parks and public lands across the country. Being digital nomads we also pet sit on our travels, and we love it!