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Book Signing Event – Meals in a Jar

Events
SAVE THE DATE Meals in a Jar book signing event to be hosted by Harvest House Publishers at Baker Book House in Grand Rapids, Michigan the evening of Tuesday, August 6, 2024. More details forthcoming – but be sure to save the date!! Location: Baker Book House, 2768 E Paris…
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Free Book and Toolkit for Enrolled Students

Events
In March, the earth’s breath quickens, sending tremors of anticipation through every bud and blade of grass. It’s a time of transition, where the frosty fingers of winter yield to the tender caress of warmer days. With each passing breeze, whispers of hope dance amidst the fragrant blossoms, carrying the…
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Dry Canning versus Dry Packing

Safe Canning Practices
What is the difference between Dry Canning and Dry Packing? While there are many well-intended people out there, sadly there is so much confusion circulating the internet, I decided to clear things up a bit… For starters, the bulletin released a couple years ago by the El Dorado County UC…
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Is Digital Canning Safe?

Safe Canning Practices
The original version of a digital canner was the Carey Nesco. It has been on the market several years and is the first digital pressure canner with a PSI regulator. Starting as the National Enameling and Stamping Company, back in 1931 it is now simply the NESCO brand owned by…
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Why did my Borscht soup turn orange?

What is Borscht and its Culinary History? Borscht is a traditional Eastern European soup that is particularly associated with Russian, Ukrainian, Polish, and other Slavic cuisines. It is typically made with beetroots as a primary ingredient, which gives the soup its characteristic deep red color. However, variations of borscht exist,…
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Which Varieties of Corn are Better for Canning?

Gardening
When I shared the recipe and instructions for canning cream-style corn, I was asked what type of corn variety is best for home canning. Many canners were disappointed with the variety of corn they either bought, or planted, because the kernels did not produce enough milk or pulp to create…
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Baking with Home Canned Applesauce

Baking
Applesauce is a versatile ingredient that can elevate your baking endeavors in numerous ways. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or just getting started, incorporating applesauce into your recipes can yield a wide array of benefits and attributes. In this article, we’ll explore the advantages of using applesauce in baking, its…
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How Heat Makes Vegetables Healthier

Gardening
I sometimes use affiliate links in my content. This will not cost you anything but it helps me offset my costs to keep creating new canning recipes. Thank you for your support. Pressure canning exposes food to high temperatures to safely kill harmful bacteria so we may store foods for…
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