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How to properly vacuum seal beans for long term storage using the food saver.
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 7 ก.พ. 2022
- Just a quick simple and cost effective method to store beans for long term using the food saver vacuum sealer and 8" rolls of bags. I'm new to making videos but looking forward to making more content. ♦️FoodSaver Vacuum Sealer Machine with Starter Vacuum Seal Bags & Rolls, Safety Certified, Black - FM2000-FFP www.amazon.com/dp/B01D5TMBE0/...
I just did this to several bags last week. I just cut a small corner off of the original bag and make sure that it is facing toward to vac end. But either way works. I used to pre freeze my beans to kill bugs, but then learned that I am actually introducing too much moisture to the beans when they defrost so I stopped doing that. As I understand it, the lack of air will kill anything as well. But the bay leaf idea is good too for extra safety.
I double seal all my bags too, but I am a "suspenders and belt" kinda guy. LOL
Thanks for sharing this and supporting the prepper community.
You can freeze them, just seal them tight to stop moisture from getting in
It isn't necessary to use bay leaves. The act of vacuum sealing removes oxygen needed for critters to live. The heavy duty vacuum bag keeps insects out, as well. To make it easier to handle, cut the slit much smaller. The FoodSaver will work with a much smaller opening. And... Use your permanent marker to label the bag, itself outside the seal line. When the bag is opened, the writing will be removed. The bag will be ready to use again for something else.
Thank you for encouraging people to use the vacuum sealer of their choice to prolong the shelf life of foods. Appreciated.
True about the bay leaves, I do only one for a piece of mind. Thanks for watching
Vaccum sealers dont take out 100percent of the oxygen. You need a Chamber sealer for that.
@@AngerOfTheLand I didn't say that it did. It only needs to take out enough that insects can't survive. A vacuum chamber does the same thing as a FoodSaver. It pulls air out of the bag, then seals the bag. The difference is a vacuum chamber pulls air of the chamber, as well. (Making it easier to deal with liquids.)
The volume of air of air removed from a vacuum bag determines how much oxygen is removed. If both machines remove the same amount of air from a bag with the same cubic measure of food, the amount of oxygen removed would be the same.
BTW, I can create a vacuum chamber using my FoodSaver a large Tilia (FoodSaver) canister. Fill a mason jar with pinto beans. Place a lid on it and put it into the canister. Pull a vacuum on the canister. It will also remove air (oxygen) from the jar. When the vacuum on the canister is released, the in rush of air will apply pressure to seal the mason jar with its vacuum still intact.
The bay leaf may not be necessary but I thought it was a handy addition to keep in the bag once it's opened or to use in the pot with the beans, as flavoring, as they cook. 👍
I heard to put the bags in the freezer for at least 48 hours to kill any critter or eggs before storing for long term.
I vacuum seal beans, rice, split peas, lentils etc. similarly in quart-sized food saver bags. Additionally, I add a single100 cc oxygen depleter to the bag prior to sealing. This removes the vestige of oxygen not removed by the vacuum sealing process. Removing all of the oxygen also diminishes rancidity and staleness that results from peroxidation of the lipids in the food.
Nice, it wouldn't hurt to add oxygen absorbers, I figure it removes the oxygen anyway plus I seal most things in 5 gallon buckets but just like bay leaves isn't when removing oxygen, I definitely can't hurt.. Thanks for watching, looking forward to doing some more videos soon..
You are actually wasting both.
Vacuum bagging is good for reducing the volume of clothing in storage, and for extending the freshness of foods you keep in the refrigerator.
For long-term storage you run into the problem that a) the O2 level is nowhere near what you can reach with O2 absorbers and b) vacuum bags are O2 permeable.
Mylar foil bags + O2 absorbers are the gold standard for long-term storage.
Furthermore, O2 absorbers need the moisture in the air to activate properly, remove that by vacuum bagging to 10% of atmospheric pressure and you pretty much lose its function as well.
@@dwwolf4636 Real question , Would the O2 permeability be greatly reduced. Like the bag stays under vaccum, so while O2 is moving back and forth wouldnt it be at a significantly reduced rate.
I do it the exact way you stated. Always worked well me.
That is way easier then what I’ve been doing. Thank you!
Glad it helped, got some more related content coming soon
Got a bunch of bags of beans & was wondering about the best long term storage solution. Like this one! Thanks!
Awesome, don’t forget to add some bay leaves, thanks for watching
Good quality mylar. Oxygen absorber. I always go in excess on these. Remove any manufacturer packaging. Food grade buckets arent necessary if there is a mylar barrier. Do an inspection of the beans, rice, grains, etc for defective looking product and FOD (foreign object debris). Limit contact with unclean surfaces. Some people freeze certain items to "kill bugs". Ive never had an issue in almost 30 years if the packaging hasnt been broken and the item was bought from reputable sources. IE store bought or suppliers for restaurants are best. Buying in bulk is risky and requires better quality inspections on your end.
Know the enemies of spoilage and infestation. Moisture, light, temperature changes, bugs, rodents, animals, etc.
Simple format for most dry goods is:
Purchase from reputable source.
Quality inspection of goods.
Good bucket for hard barrier against rodents(deterrence), bugs, light, moisture, temp regulation. DONT USE A BUCKET THAT HAS HAD CHEMICALS IN IT.
Mylar bag in bucket (anysize)
Put an absorber in bottom and top. Use larger then suggested. (You want it to look like a vacuum sealed bag of coffee)
Vacuum out air and let absorber finish the remnants.
Seal with heat and make sure no air can leak in or out.
Label with sharpie on unsealed portion. I put "store expiration" and my sealing date and what the item is. Plus any info that might help with preparation or storage.
Bang a lid on tight. Label bucket.
Put in temp regulated area with limited light. IE An interior closet or room. But Ive had reasonable success in garage, storage, etc.
I use a small shop vac I bought new for cheap with a computer cleaning kit attachment for small insertion into bag. Then a hair flat iron to seal it. Put some cheese cloth on the tip to limit or stop sucking up food items. After figuring out the temp setting Ive had almost zero failures from the heat seal. And the "failures" were my own making by not sealing them flat and allowing a fold develop. Practice abit on a bag and youll get it in no time.
Then dont handle the mylar any more then you have to. Small leaks can develop from folding or flexing and these will leak air in over time. Ive had a bag fail over years of storage due to this issue. I check annually by popping the bucket lids off and addressing issues. Most items can be saved if this occurs as its just air. But very few fail in the decades Ive done this. But I check for rodents, bugs, quality, etc. And this format has almost never had an issue.
Good luck.
I just got my vacuum sealer and didn’t know about the bay leaves. I’m excited to start vacuuming to store my dry goods and appreciate you sharing this video.
Thanks, yeah the bay leaves do an amazing job at stopping weevils.
Bay leaves are totally unnecessary. I have no issues with weevils, bay leaves or not. Look through these you tube videos on vacuum sealing beans - you will see MANY different ways to do it. Choose what you want to do - don't worry about doing what others says - The first time I do what MOST people say works. Then the second time I'll know whether they were right or wrong and I either do it the same way or change my method.
Thank you..I wasn't doing it right..now I'll slit my bags of beans and put the bay leaf inside!!.. Nice to meet you...just bought the machine..not exactly like yours and for some reason..I keep doing it wrong while my husband does it right all the time..😂👍
I guess there is no right or wrong way of it works, the bags are less likely to puncture this way and having the original bag inside is more organized..
@@wiillthebarbertv9415 .You are correct. "the bags are less likely to puncture this way and having the original bag inside is more organized". It's already labeled.
I just got one today can't make it work it makes a lot of noise and does absolutely nothing
@@oceans6195 you have to close it and lock the handle
@@wiillthebarbertv9415 thanks for the info I'll try it again
I do rice and flour also..I put them in brown paper bags first
I do that sometimes as well, I like keeping the original bags when I can for the labeling..
Annie, I store flour in white lunch bags when I vac seal. I also use paper cupcake liners when storing rice in canning jars to keep dust out of the vac pump.
@@wiillthebarbertv9415 I sometimes cut what's needed from labeling and put it inside the container or tape it to the outside of the container. I use both vacuum sealing bags and canning jars to store vac sealed foods.
Why put them in brown paper bags first? I just started doing a bunch of rice and haven’t used a brown paper bag, just into the bag and sealed.
@@hunterscrackdealer6650 I agree, dust could ruin the machine when it vacuums, I haven't had problems with rice and beans , but flour I can understand, if the backs of flour are small I open the end and fold it, it's seals up great in the original " paper" bag.
Never saw, nor would have thought about that bay leaf or other herb in the bag! First time watching any of your videos. Be checking more out as I can thanks.
Thanks , I’m looking forward to making more videos soon.
I prep and my grandson is a barber. He preps some too. Good job. Thanks.
Awesome!! Thanks for watching.. 💈💈
Beans really like 👍
Hello From Mississippi! First time watching
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Thanks for the video. I have to get one of those😁
Great investment, especially in these hard times.
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I appreciate that, thanks for watching
So helpful. Thank you!
You’re welcome
Cool just got one so I need to learn how to use it thx
I just got a vacuum sealer, my mom always kept beans in glass jars, gallon size
folks don't forget to freeze your beans,and rice for 72 hours. Than set out for 24 to let air dry. Than vac seal them.
That's how I do it however I put my label on the inside so I don't have to worry about it wearing off or fading over time. I also put instructions inside as well if it is a pre-mixed ingredient.
It works well for me
i just leave mine in the bag and put in a 5gal bucket with bags of rice. not too worried about repackaging every prep. i have learned vaccum seals dont stay sealed long term 1/2 the time so Im not wasting my time or the bags on doing it unless its meat for the freezer.
Ive been storing things straight in 5 gallon buckets with bay leaves, people get 20 year plus shelf life just doing that
If yours don't stay sealed it could be that the sealing function on your device isn't working well.
Probably not heating up to the right temperature, I’ve had decent luck with mine
@@wiillthebarbertv9415 But every time you open in doesn't it expose everything in it?
@@justjosie8963 yeah it doesn’t hurt it though, it’s not something you open often anyway.
Double seal your edges . Takes another minute but really keeps the hard packed !!
You’re right, I do that now , thanks for the tip
Mylar for "LONG TERM" storage. Its like a metal bag, with a plastic bag inside of it. Blocks air, light and doesn't let air in over time like plastic does.
Mylar bags with oxygen absorbers are great, I don’t discredit them, I’ve seen beans and rice stored in sealed buckets/ no bag with bay leafs opener 15 years later and they are perfect.
@@wiillthebarbertv9415 do you freeze your rice and beans and pasta before you Seal them in the food saver?
@@barryhunt6420 yes, 3-5 days, I seal it in a bag so it doesn’t get the moisture, always make sure it’s completely dry before vacuum sealing
beans usually last one year as per the best before date in the bag, using this method, how long will they last?
I've seen people open and cook beans that we're stored for around 20 years, they say there notice no difference in taste and texture
I do that all the time except I soak the beans over night first. This way it is ready for cooking without soaking. Works perfect.
don't they get moldy that way?
@@justjosie8963 not at all. You freeze without the water in a zip lock and it stays frozen till you need them. I do that all the time.
@@adinahirschl704 what if the power goes out?
@@chrissie5673 well…… I guess I am lucky, that happens very rare. And if it does it is only for about an hour. This method works for me.
YEAH BABY
So not only is the bay leaf good to cook with when you go to use them but it kills off the bugs??? Is that what you are saying??? And if you freeze them do you do that before sealing them & if so I know if you heat seal them in the oven it kills the beans so you couldn’t use them to grow is that the same if you freeze them before vacuum seal???
The bay leaves detour bugs and even mice, I don’t think they kill them, freeze before vacuum sealing, I put them in bigger bags and tie them to make sure moisture doesn’t get in
Any suggestions on vacume packing Twinkies? They always end up flat and leaking that marvelous filling.
I wouldn’t vacuum seal them for any length of time but if you must, freeze them first to keep the them in tact
I switched to using 5mil mylar bags, vaccum sealed with O2 absorbers. Its kind of doubling down on the O2 part.
Nope.
Wasting both.
Mylar bags are not generally rated to vacuum pressures.
And O2 absorbers need moisture from the air to be properly activated ( never toss a desiccant packet next to an O2 absorber ) by removing the air you run the risk of not having the O2 absorber activate.
How come when I cook the beans later, they don’t get soft, stay dry and chewy. What am I doing wrong?
I’ve never had that problem, that’s a good question though.
How much longer will the beans last being vacuum sealed?
As long as they are stored correctly, a long time, I’ve seen 10 years.
Why the Bay leaf? Just curious. Thanks for sharing.
Bay leaves can repel flies, moths, roaches, and mice, simply because they can't stand the bitter smell the leaves exude. The leaves don't even need to be fresh, either; dried bay leaves work just as well.
Beans provide protein...true. But lack certain Amino Acids. For example, 1 cup of soy beans provides 28gm of protein. A woman needs 46gm a day and a man needs 56gm of protein. Food diversity, balance & variation will provide your needs.
I hope you will have a long lasting fire and the water to cook them.
Depends on scenario but for hyperinflation/food shortage emergency, that's too easy...
Did you freeze the beans 3 days before?
Yes
Good video. How long will these stay good now?
Properly stored, dried beans have a shelf life of 30 years. Since I can't store them in metal cans, the way long term food storage people do, I like to use mine within 5-10 years. Have store them for 10+ years.
Hope this helps.
Have always just sealed them emptied contents into sealed bags. Suppose they are both ok but im wondering about the leaf. Does it work as an oxygen absorber?
The bay leaves prevent weevils, they’ll last a while in sealed bags with bay leaves, you can put beans straight into 5 gallon buckets if it’s sealed properly, vacuum sealed or Mylar bags give you the max, I seal these in 5 gallon food grade buckets after vacuum sealing..
Can you put a oxygen absorber with beans. I know rice you can. What about flour
You can but you’re removing the oxygen anyway so it’s a waste
I place 100CC oxygen absorber in my bag with a 2-pound bag of beans for that extra layer of protection.
Awesome, you can’t go wrong with there, I need to order some soon.
How long are they good for if you use 02 observers with it. I want this for long term storage
Don’t use 02 absorbers with this method, you’re removing the oxygen which is the purpose, save them for Mylar.. Youll get a long time as long as the bags don’t bust, I put them in 5 gallon buckets with lids to protect from that, plus you don’t want uv exposure
I’ll be doing a video on rice soon, storing rice is super simple and cheap, check back in a couple of days, should be up
Thank you everyone😄
Use Mylar
Does mylar require a special Foodsaver machine?
@@southcack8245 no. you can use any tipe of vacuum sealer for mylar bags.
What is the purpose of the bay leaf?
It’s prevents weevils, keeps pests away..
Ummm 🤔 , you didn’t mention... why use a bay leaf 🌱 ... but otherwise- good video, thanks for sharing.
It stops weevils, it works great in most dry stock, flour, rice, pasta,beans etc.. thanks for watching
Did you freeze the beans first or not?
Yes, I seal them in a airtight bag first to stop moisture
Don't need the label...you can write on the bag itself. 😉
The sharp edges on the beans can cause bags to leak, yes you can write on the labeling, but with the bags you get it all, nutrition etc..
Can you do oatmeal the same way
Whole oats only if you’re trying to get some decent shelf life from them, just sealing oatmeal in a tight glass jar makes a huge difference on shelf life and quality
Can you do rice the same way
Yes, then keep them in 5 gallon buckets or food grade containers.
@@wiillthebarbertv9415 thank you
@@1whocs486 yw
Super! That's the video I was looking for.. how long last like that?
If you store them out of direct sunlight, 5 gallon bucket with lid, probably over 20 years
What foods do I need gamma lids for?
Anything you want to keep air tight, rice.. I found a food grade dog food storage container with Gamo lid for 15.00 using it for rice
Aren't the gamma the ones with the cross pattern and screw on? So you can easily enter the bucket? The other lids require popping the lid off and is much more involved, right?
@@b.walker5955 yes
@@b.walker5955 with a nice seal, some dog food containers have them, if they're food gradable, they work great
@@wiillthebarbertv9415 Yes, thank you, I agree! While you could use for a specific food, (the question of this thread) they are more for easy access over their counterpart lids. Don't BLOW your lid, use a gamma. : )
Why the bay leaf ?
Bay leaves stop weevils, it’s was common during the Great Depression, it’s a must.
Hi can I do the same with lentils , dried veg and barley I've just got my Mylar machine and bags and HV to learn what I can do and not do ta 👍🤗
I would think so , I'm not familiar with the mylar machine, I'll have to look into that
@@wiillthebarbertv9415 thank u 👍🤗
@@jacquelinejohnson7541 np thanks for watching, I’ll be uploading more content soon
You put in a bay leaf but dont say why. I can assume but a wise man never does.
It repels insects and rodents, weevils are the worst problem with dry goods being stored for long term
@@wiillthebarbertv9415 Thanks
… you have enough space on the ends to do a double seal …
You are right, it wouldn’t hurt to double up the seal, i haven’t had any leak from the seal but I took some meat out of the freezer recently and noticed that a pack of hamburger had a hole in it, that’s the worst part of using a freezer chest
why don't you just dump the beans into the bag? you get the same results and may be able to use less bag
I kept them in the bags to prevent dust and to keep the original labeling. I do that with the smaller bags of flour as well, I see people put the flour in brown paper bags, the bags they come in are paper, so unless you’re weighing out smaller portions,it’s pointless.
you aren't supposed to seal the bag while it is in the suction pit. you waste nearly an inch
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The bags are so expensive.
Unfortunately prices on everything is expensive right now, hopefully we see some relief after midterms..
Freeze your beans 72 hours to kill bugs
I did
Doesn’t lack of oxygen kill bugs and larvae?
@@pamlynch1862 yes but if bags get any oxygen in them it’s best to be safe
Sorry but bayleaves do nothing to prevent bugs.
You obviously just thought that up in your head😂
Clear bags leak…need mylar bags, also need to be kept in the dark if they are clear my friend
Thanks Paula, I do seal them in buckets, I’ve notice that some preppers just add beans straight in the bucket and they last years, I agree Mylar is holds up the best
Just a suggestion here:
The way you packaged those beans is fine. But I suggest one of two more things.
1. Put each bag in the freezer for at least 3 days or more.
OR
2. Put 2 pounds of dry goods in the Microwave for 20 seconds, or 4 pounds for 30 seconds on Hi Temperature.
Microwaves heat anything with moisture Fast (Eggs in this case). Destroying them. I've only done this for about a year and have no problems with insects.
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Not a bad idea, at all! And you you can still add bay leaves as a jic option.
Food saver is worthless ...a waste of money.
Check on the bags frequently as they fail to stay sealed ...even tried double sealing , filling less etc.
What are you sealing that isn't holding up?
Doesn't seem to matter. Small foods big foods soft foods dry goods in brown bags. The failures were enough that I decided food saver is a waste. Others will disagree.
@@everythingelse3086 I’ve had bags bust but it’s only with sharp edges, usually meat that gets banged around in the freezer