AZ Desert Company is a veteran owned, family run small business located in Phoenix Arizona.
Owners Kathe and Jeff are committed to providing customers with the best quality product possible. Hours are spent creating great tasting freeze dried candy and using locally sourced, fresh organic fruits for healthy snack options. Exciting new products are in the works with more fruit and vegetable options, freeze dried herbs and spices as well as healthy pet treats because we love our four legged family members too!
WHAT DOES “FREEZE DRIED” MEAN ANYWAY??
Freeze-drying, also known as lyophilization, is a process that removes water from food by freezing it and then reducing the surrounding pressure to allow the ice to sublimate (turn directly into vapor) without becoming a liquid. This method preserves the material's original shape, texture, and nutritional value, creating a lightweight, shelf-stable product.
Benefits of freeze-drying:
Preserves nutrients and flavor:
- Freeze-drying retains a high percentage of the food's original nutrients and flavor, unlike some other drying methods like dehydration, which can degrade these aspects.
- Long shelf life: Freeze-dried foods can be stored at room temperature for extended periods (sometimes years) without refrigeration.
- Lightweight and portable: Removing the water content makes the food very lightweight, making it ideal for camping, backpacking, or emergency preparedness.
- Maintains original shape and texture: The freeze-drying process helps the food retain its original shape and texture, unlike some drying methods that can result in shrunken or hardened products.
Contact us
Email: contact@azdesertcompany.com
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