Can this be used in sprouting beans - or is it too thick to allow sufficient air circulation in the mason jar?
1400094
Although I have not tried it, I think you could use it. The holes are smaller than those on the screen of my sprouting jar, but in my youth I used a piece of nylon stocking on sprouting jars for years.
1400095
Not if you use to many layers. ONe or two should be sufficient. I plan on doing it this spring.
1400096
I've never sprouted beans using cheesecloth but I think you will be pleased with the cheesecloth for the task and you won't need to double up, a single layer will do the job nicely. I just noticed that there seems to be a consensus here. Yup, a single layer will do the job and you'll find other uses for this "luxury" cheesecloth.
1400097
I think it would be just fine for sprouting beans; you could use just a single layer. I'm using it over my homemade vinegar jar.
470003
Nope. The Vacu Vin pulls a partial vacuum, which I don't think would be adequate for what is required in canning. Certainly not worth the risk! Its really just for keeping coffee beans a bit fresher longer.
1643810
I did not attempt to "sprout" these beans. I bought these beans to make tofu. I found these beans to be quite fresh and adequate for making tofu. Having said that, as far as making tofu goes I found that locally purchased beans are nearly as good. I personally try to make sure that the products I purchase are not from China. I hope this helped you.
1698640
This Simmer Mat Diffuser is of such thin metal that I don't know if it would be enough to protect the jars when canning.. I for one would not use it for that purpose.
1941227
I would say you are screwed. Chalk it up to a bad experience. We bought one, too. I was pumped about it, but so far, we have not found a jar that this thing will fit. Pickle jars seem to always be a challenge and the One Touch will not open wide enough to grip the jar itself. It looked like a good idea but has not proved out for beans. One Touch needs to go back to the drawing board. If you were nearby, I'd happily give you mine.
1051771
I would try that yes. If it didn't coat thick enough maybe I'd add a few Chia seeds ground up too. : ) made a veggie meatloaf using it and it was awesome! Tofu scrambles are super with the Veg yummy!
981549
It is too thick as supplied to go through a sprayer. It would have to be diluted for such a use.
1475819
I don't know about that because I've never entertained the idea of dehydrating sprouted grains. I just looked at my Clean-A-Screen tray and I don't think they would fall through because they have puffed up a bit. I don't do any sprouting myself but am going to give it a try after the holidays. Sorry I couldn't be of more help.
2113646
Yes. Only sprout the amount that you want to at a time. I keep the rest in a cool, dry place in my pantry. BTW, I've had very good results--Yum!
93237
I just used a small pot with some regular potting soil in it. Planted three seeds, two sprouted, and one has lasted long enough to get a few leaves on it. My water is pretty hard and the soil is a little on the dense side, which may have contributed to the slow growth rate. But the one that has survived is about 2 inches now (one-two months).
1783355
I use the Victorio VKP1014 4-Tray Kitchen Seed Sprouter and don't have a problem. It is best to rinse the seeds twice a day - I shake them up a bit with each rinse and that seems to help them not get entangled in the sprouter or tangled up with the other sprouts. mung roots are definitely larger than alfalfa so even if you are using a wire mesh screen to strain them you should be fine. Just make sure to rinse and shake morning and evening. Additionally, you want to limit the sunlight of mung beans or they will form leaves rather quickly.
1562660
I have used Mason jars with no problem and made no adjustments. I did put water in the yogurt maker to fill the gap to help with heat transfer from the yogurt maker to the glass jar.
1830447
I wouldn't. Better to add flavored syrups to the finished product. Also avoid overly oily beans as they don't flow neatly through the mechanism.
1001480
I found that keeping the seeds moist (not wet) inside the dome on top of the hearing pad until a rainforest temp is sustained is best used under the dome the whole time until the plants are pushing against the top. That's why I chose the taller 7" lid. Plants end up growing bigger and stronger for longer in the dome.
2264430
The jar does not have any rubber gaskets, and the screw top is not all that tight, so I would sat it is likely not air tight. I only use it to store change.
1258991
I use my jars for dry good storage. I would contact the maker before using in a pressure canner.
1449380
When pushing the lid down with resistance, you can hear the air escape. I have had beans in the container for up to three weeks and they are still oily so I would say it's air tight. If I leave the beans in the ziplock like plastic one way ventilated bag the beans were sold in, they only stay oily for about a week. That's with squeezing out the air before sealing up the bag. The Tigthvac Coffeevac works very well and is highly recommended in my opinion.